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The Republic: Annotated
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Publisher's summary
The Republic: Unveiling the Philosophical Masterpiece by Plato
Discover the depths of Plato's timeless wisdom with this new annotated edition of "The Republic." Delve into the intricate layers of this philosophical masterpiece alongside a comprehensive exploration of Plato's life. This edition features:
- His formative years.
- An exploration of Plato's relationship with Socrates and their travels.
- A glimpse into the renowned Academy at Athens.
- An examination of Plato's extensive writings.
- Reflections on Plato's enduring legacy.
In The Republic," Plato takes us on a front-row seat as a dialogue unfolds between Socrates and various interlocutors. Structured as a series of discussions, they delve into the nature of justice, the ideal society, and the role of the philosopher in governance, culminating in the depiction of a just city-state, the "Kallipolis."
In this utopian society, individuals are assigned roles based on their natural abilities and virtues, with philosopher-kings ruling as enlightened leaders. Plato delves into various topics such as education, the nature of reality, the allegory of the cave, and the philosopher's ascent to knowledge.
Through intricate arguments and allegorical storytelling, Plato presents a vision of an ideal society governed by reason, wisdom, and justice. "The Republic" continues to be studied and debated for its profound insights into politics, ethics, and human nature.
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- By: Brené Brown
- Narrated by: Lauren Fortgang
- Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Based on seven years of ground-breaking research and hundreds of interviews, I Thought It Was Just Me shines a long-overdue light on an important truth: Our imperfections are what connect us to each other and to our humanity. Our vulnerabilities are not weaknesses; they are powerful reminders to keep our hearts and minds open to the reality that we're all in this together.
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I'm sure its great if you are a mother ....
- By Leslie A Hill on 08-09-11
By: Brené Brown
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Fingerprints of the Gods
- The Quest Continues
- By: Graham Hancock
- Narrated by: Graham Hancock
- Length: 18 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Fingerprints of the Gods is the revolutionary rewrite of history that has persuaded millions of listeners throughout the world to change their preconceptions about the history behind modern society. An intellectual detective story, this unique history audiobook directs probing questions at orthodox history, presenting disturbing new evidence that historians have tried - but failed - to explain.
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Classic in Historical Mysteries
- By Kelly on 09-05-19
By: Graham Hancock