Republic

Translated from the New Standard Greek Text, with Introduction

By: Plato, C. D. C. Reeve (Translator)

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Paperback | 15 September 2004 | Edition Number 3

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One of the greatest works of philosophy, political theory, and literature ever produced, Plato's Republic has shaped Western thought for thousands of years and remains as relevant today as when it was written during the fourth century B.C. Republic begins by posing a central question: "What is justice, and why should we be just, especially when the wicked often seem happier and more successful?" For Plato, the answer lies with the ways people, groups, and institutions organize and behave. A brilliant inquiry into the problems of constructing the perfect state and the roles education, the arts, family, and religion should play in our lives, Republic employs picturesque settings, sharply outlined characters, and conversational dialogue to drive home the philosopher's provocative arguments. Book jacket.

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"Taking full advantage of the new, standard text of the Republic, Reeve has given us a translation at once both accurate and limpid. Loving attention to detail and deep familiarity with Plato's thought are evident on every page. Reeve's brilliant decision to cast the dialogue into direct speech produces a compelling impression of immediacy unmatched by other English translations currently available..." -- Lloyd P Gerson, University of Toronto. "David Reeve's long and devoted engagement with Plato's Republic, evidenced in his highly-regarded revision of George Grube's translation, issues now in a completely new translation of his own. In this version, Socrates' narration of his conversation with Glaucon and Adeimantus et al is converted so far as possible into dramatically gripping and effective direct speech. Its increased accessibility promises to make it the number-one choice for undergraduate courses..." -- John Cooper, Princeton University.

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Non-Fiction Politics & Government Political Science & Theory Philosophy History of Western Philosophy Ancient Western Philosophy Social & Political Philosophy

The World of Plato and Republic	p. ix
Introduction	p. xv
Note on the Translation	p. liii
Republic	p. 1
Endnotes	p. 353
Inspired by Plato and Republic	p. 411
Comments & Questions	p. 415
For Further Reading	p. 423
Index	p. 427
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