Republic
“Republic” by Plato, published by Oxford University Press on April 17, 2008, is a significant work in the realm of philosophy and literature, comprising 475 pages. This edition features a new translation by Robin Waterfield, designed to be accessible to the ordinary reader while maintaining the depth of Plato’s inquiry into morality and various philosophical themes. The dialogue is enriched with Plato’s vivid imagery, making complex ideas engaging and thought-provoking.
Readers will find that “Republic” not only explores ethical and moral philosophy but also delves into political science and literary criticism. The text is complemented by full explanatory notes and a contemporary critical introduction, enhancing the reader’s understanding of its historical and philosophical context. This edition is part of the Oxford World’s Classics series, which has been dedicated to providing a wide range of literature with scholarly accuracy and valuable features for over a century.
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Republic is the central work of the Western world’s most famous philosopher. Essentially an inquiry into morality, Republic also contains crucial arguments and insights into many other areas of philosophy. It is also a literary masterpiece: the philosophy is presented for the most part for the ordinary reader, who is carried along by the wit and intensity of the dialogue and by Plato’s unforgettable images of the human condition. This new, lucid translation by Robin Waterfield is complemented by full explanatory notes and an up-to-date critical introduction. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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