Plato: A Short Introduction to His Life and Works

Curious about the ancient Greek philosopher Plato but short on time? "Plato: A Short Introduction to His Life and Works" is your perfect solution! This concise book explores Plato's life, contributions to philosophy, and lasting impact on Western thought. You'll discover:Rise of the Philosophers in Ancient GreeceSources of information about himThe life of Plato, his trips to Syracuse, the Academy, and AristotleThe works of Plato, order of the dialogues, Theory of Forms, natural science,...Plato's masterwork the "Republic," Ideal State, education, Allegory of the Cave, dialectic,...His legacy on Western thought, culture and philosophyPlatonism and NeoplatonismA timeline of his lifeRecommended references for further readingand more...Get a quick yet thorough understanding of Plato's life and works. Pick up your copy today by clicking the BUY button!

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About the Author

Doug West is a retired engineer and an experienced non-fiction writer with dozens of books to his credit. His writing interests are general, with special expertise in history, science, and biographies. Doug has a Ph.D. in General Engineering from Oklahoma State University.