Plato: A Very Short Introduction

by Julia Annas

Book Overview

This lively and accessible book focuses on the philosophy and argument of Plato's writings, drawing the reader into Plato's way of doing philosophy and the general themes of his thinking. It discusses Plato's style of writing: his use of the dialogue form, his use of what we today call fiction, and his philosophical transformation of myths. It also looks at his discussions of love and philosophy, his attitude towards women, and towards homosexual...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B003JTHU3Y
• ISBN13: 9780192802163
• Release Date: May 2003
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 4.5" x 7.2"