Απολογία Σωκράτους

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

Contributor:

Mōraitidēs, Alexandros, 1850-1929.

Language:

Greek, Modern (1453-)

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Other Title:

Socrates' Apology

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Απολογία Σωκράτους" by Plato is a philosophical treatise written in the 4th century BC. This work presents the defense speech of Socrates, delivered during his trial in Athens where he faced charges of impiety and corrupting the youth. The central theme of the book revolves around Socrates' commitment to truth and virtue, showcasing his philosophical beliefs even in the face of death. The opening of the text introduces Socrates, giving insight into his early life, education, and eventual emergence as a pivotal figure in ancient philosophy. It details the events leading up to his trial, emphasizing the political and social climate of Athens at the time. Socrates is portrayed as a man dedicated to seeking knowledge and challenging societal norms, maintaining his innocence against accusations based on longstanding misunderstandings and allegations. The prose reveals his character as both wise and practical, laying the groundwork for the profound discourses that follow in his defense. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Sophia Canoni. Book provided by Iason Konstantinides. Thanks to George Canonis for his major work in proofreading.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 91.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

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Release date is 2012-04-16