Plato and His Contemporaries. a Study in Fourth-Century Life and Thought

by G.C. Field and Guy Cromwell Field

Book Overview

Plato And His Contemporaries is a book written by G. C. Field that delves into the life and thought of Plato and his contemporaries in the fourth century. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political, social, and cultural context of the time, highlighting the intellectual and philosophical debates that were prevalent during that period. The author examines the works of Plato and other prominent philosophers of the time, including Aristotle, Isocrates, and Demosthenes, and provides a critical analysis of their ideas and beliefs. The book also explores the relationship between philosophy and politics, and how the ideas of these philosophers influenced the political landscape of their time. Overall, Plato And His Contemporaries is a comprehensive study of the intellectual and philosophical milieu of the fourth century, providing valuable insights into the ideas and beliefs of some of the most influential thinkers of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142861897X
• ISBN13: 9781428618978
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"