Plato: Phaedrus
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The dialogue begins with a playful discussion of erotic passion, then extends the theme to consider the nature of inspiration, love and knowledge. The centerpiece is the myth of the charioteer - the famous and moving account of the vision, fall and incarnation of the soul. Professor Hackforth here translates the dialogue for the student and general reader. There is a running commentary on the course of the argument and the meaning of the key Greek terms, and a full…
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About the book
- DOI https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781316036396
- Subjects Classical Literature,Classical Studies,Philosophy,Philosophy: General Interest
- Format: Paperback
- Publication date: 31 May 1972
- ISBN: 9780521097031
- Dimensions (mm): 204 x 159 mm
- Weight: 0.24kg
- Page extent: 184 pages
- Availability: Available
- Format: Digital
- Publication date: 09 August 2018
- ISBN: 9781316036396
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