Plato and the Times He Lived in (1895)

Plato And The Times He Lived In (1895) is a historical and philosophical book written by Jan W. G. Van Oordt. It provides a comprehensive account of the life and times of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, who is widely considered to be one of the most influential thinkers in Western philosophy.The book delves into Plato's early life, his education, and his philosophical development. It also explores the political and social context in which Plato lived, including the Peloponnesian War, the rise of democracy in Athens, and the trial and execution of Socrates, Plato's mentor.Van Oordt examines Plato's major works, including The Republic, The Symposium, and The Phaedo, and analyzes their themes and philosophical implications. He also discusses the influence of Plato's ideas on subsequent philosophers, such as Aristotle and Descartes.Overall, Plato And The Times He Lived In offers a fascinating and insightful look into the life and ideas of one of the most important figures in Western philosophy, and the historical context in which he lived and worked.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.