Conversations of Socrates
Conversations of Socrates by Xenophon, published by Penguin Publishing Group in July 1990, is a revised edition comprising 366 pages in English. This work presents a collection of dialogues featuring Socrates as the central figure, crafted by one of his followers after the philosopher’s execution in 399 BC. Xenophon’s portrayal stands alongside Plato’s, providing a unique interpretation of Socratic thought while shedding light on the philosopher’s character and views.
Readers will find a blend of philosophical discourse and personal reflection in this collection. The dialogues include ‘Socrates’ Defence,’ where Xenophon defends Socrates against accusations of arrogance, and ‘Memoirs of Socrates,’ which seeks to restore his mentor’s reputation. Additionally, ‘The Estate-Manager’ serves as a practical economic treatise, while ‘The Dinner-Party’ explores themes of love and social interaction. Together, these works offer valuable insights into the intellectual climate and daily life of ancient Greece, making this edition a significant contribution to the study of philosophy and history.
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After the execution of Socrates in 399 BC, a number of his followers wrote dialogues featuring him as the protagonist and, in so doing, transformed the great philosopher into a legendary figure. Xenophon’s portrait is the only one other than Plato’s to survive, and while it offers a very personal interpretation of Socratic thought, it also reveals much about the man and his philosophical views. In ‘Socrates’ Defence’ Xenophon defends his mentor against charges of arrogance made at his trial, while the ‘Memoirs of Socrates’ also starts with an impassioned plea for the rehabilitation of a wronged reputation. Along with ‘The Estate-Manager’, a practical economic treatise, and ‘The Dinner-Party’, a sparkling exploration of love, Xenophon’s dialogues offer fascinating insights into the Socratic world and into the intellectual atmosphere and daily life of ancient Greece.
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