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Socrates: An Oration

Socrates: An Oration

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ISBN10: 1258036495
ISBN13: 9781258036492
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jun 5 2011
Pages: 104
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Socrates: An Oration is a book by Thomas Starr King that provides a detailed account of the life and teachings of the famous Greek philosopher, Socrates. The book is written in the form of an oration, with King presenting his ideas and arguments in a persuasive and engaging manner. The book begins with a brief overview of Socrates' life, including his childhood, education, and early career as a stonemason. King then delves into Socrates' philosophy, discussing his ideas on ethics, politics, and the nature of knowledge. Throughout the book, King emphasizes the importance of Socrates' teachings and their relevance to contemporary society. He argues that Socrates' emphasis on self-knowledge, moral integrity, and critical thinking are particularly relevant in an age of political and social upheaval. Overall, Socrates: An Oration is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of one of the most influential thinkers in Western philosophy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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