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First Published in 1999. The purpose of this series is to provide a contemporary assessment and history of the entire course of philosophical thought. Each book constitutes a detailed, critical introduction to the work of a philosopher of major influence and significance. This is a philosophical study of Plato’s Socrates—the man and his talks, his philosophical method, his questions, his arguments, and his beliefs about what is good and right.

First Published in 1999. The purpose of this series is to provide a contemporary assessment and history of the entire course of philosophical thought. Each book constitutes a detailed, critical introduction to the work of a philosopher of major influence and significance. This is a philosophical study of Plato’s Socrates—the man and his talks, his philosophical method, his questions, his arguments, and his beliefs about what is good and right.

The Blackwell Guide to Plato's Republic consists of thirteen new essays written by both established scholars and younger researchers with the specific aim of helping readers to understand Plato's masterwork. This guide to Plato’s Republic is designed to help readers understand this foundational work of the Western canon.Sheds new light on many central features and themes of the Republic.Covers the literary and philosophical style of the Republic; Plato's theories of justice and knowledge; his educational theories; and his treatment of the divine.Will be of interest to readers who are new to the Republic, and those who already have some familiarity with the book.