Euthydemus

By: Plato

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Paperback | 1 November 2025

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60 Pages

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Euthydemus presents a discussion that questions the nature of wisdom, learning, and personal development. The work unfolds through a lively exchange in which two speakers use clever arguments designed to confuse rather than enlighten. A returning figure describes an encounter with these skillful debaters, who claim to possess the ability to teach virtue quickly and effortlessly. Their method relies on twisting language, creating contradictions, and leading their listener into traps where even simple ideas become uncertain. The dialogue reveals how easily reasoning can be manipulated when words are used without sincerity. Instead of offering meaningful guidance, the debaters focus on winning every argument, turning conversation into a contest rather than a search for truth. Through unexpected humor and frustration, the book illustrates how real understanding requires clarity, effort, and the willingness to examine one's own assumptions. The beginning sets the tone for a thoughtful exploration of what separates empty persuasion from true wisdom, showing that learning is not achieved through tricks but through honest reflection and steady inquiry.

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