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Apology of Socrates: Socrates' Defense Reimagined - Xenophon's Account of Integrity, Virtue, and the Philosopher's Mission
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Series: Library of Alexandria, Book 386
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ISBN13: 9781806293346
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Published: Jul 1 2025
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.08
Height: 0.09 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
In Apology of Socrates, Xenophon offers an alternative testimony to one of history's most iconic trials. Where Plato's version emphasizes philosophical argument and dramatic tension, Xenophon presents a composed, dignified Socrates-one who calmly accepts death in service to his mission: to awaken virtue and critical thought in the citizens of Athens.
This modern translation captures Xenophon's clarity and purpose while making the timeless ideas of honor, truth, and moral steadfastness accessible to all readers today.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
- A Rare Alternative Account of Socrates' Trial
- Experience a contrasting portrayal of Socrates that complements Plato's Apology and deepens your understanding of the man behind the myth.
- A Testament to Virtue and Integrity
- Follow Socrates' reasoned defense as he explains why a life devoted to philosophy is a life worth living-even unto death.
- Lessons for a Divided World
- Examine how Socrates' courage in the face of public condemnation speaks to our own age of moral uncertainty and ideological conflict.
- Accessible, Authentic Translation
- Modernized for clarity and flow while preserving the tone and moral gravity of Xenophon's original Greek.
- A Foundational Work of Classical Philosophy
- Essential reading for anyone interested in Socratic thought, ethical living, and the power of words to shape history.
This is not just a record of a trial-it's a lasting declaration of what it means to live rightly in a society that doesn't always value truth. Let Socrates' words inspire your own courage and clarity today.
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