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The Apology of Socrates
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- 232 editions
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1 About this book
There is a well-known saying that the whole of Western Philosophy is footnotes of Plato. This is because his writings have set the schema that philosophy can be said to have followed ever since. Following the teachings of Socrates, Plato's works are among the world's greatest literature. The Apology is the speech made by Socrates in his own defence at his trail, and his justification for his life.
Good for readers who want: philosophy, spirituality, and a short read.
- Philosophy
- Sophists (Greek philosophy)
- History & Surveys
- Historical
- Spirituality
- Philosophy, ancient
- Ancient & Classical
- Language and languages
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