Republic

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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.Find the eBook on VitalSource.Why Read Plato's "Republic"? Watch the video on YouTubeFeaturesA new translation of the central work of one of the West's greatest philosophers.Complemented by full explanatory notes and an up-to-date critical introduction.ABOUT THE SERIESFor 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.

Book details and technical specifications

Format: Paperback / softback
ISBN13: 9780199535767
Published: April 2008

Number of pages: 560
Width: 129 mm
Height: 196 mm
Depth: 26 mm

Publisher: Oxford University Press