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Suny Series in Ancient Greek Philosophy Ser.: Symposium and the Phaedrus : Plato's Erotic Dialogues by Plato (1993, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSTATE University of New York Press
ISBN-100791416186
ISBN-139780791416181
eBay Product ID (ePID)560311
Product Key Features
Number of Pages224 Pages
Publication NameSymposium and the Phaedrus : Plato's Erotic Dialogues
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1993
SubjectLove & Romance, Theology, General, History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical, Rhetoric
TypeTextbook
AuthorPlato
Subject AreaFamily & Relationships, Religion, Philosophy, Language Arts & Disciplines
SeriesSuny Series in Ancient Greek Philosophy Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight11.2 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN92-035391
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition20
Grade FromCollege Graduate Student
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal184
Table Of Content1. General Introduction 2. The Symposium 3. Commentary on the Symposium 4. The Phaedrus 5. Commentary on the Phaedrus Appendix: References to Love (Eros) in Other Dialogues Notes Select Bibliography Index
SynopsisThe Symposium and the Phaedrus are combined here because of their shared theme: a reflection on the nature of erotic love, the love that begins with sexual desire but can transcend that origin and reach even the heights of religious ecstasy. This reflection is carried out explicitly in the speeches and conversations in the dialogues, and implicitly in the dramatic depiction of actions and characters. Thus, the two dialogues deal with a theme of enduring interest and are interesting for both their literary and their philosophical character. In addition to the introduction, the book contains substantial commentaries and thorough endnotes. Key Greek terms are discussed for readers who are unfamiliar with the language. A special feature is a discussion on the importance of the dramatic and literary aspects of the dialogues for interpreting their philosophical content. The introductions deal with the nature of the dialogues themselves as philosophical texts and with Plato's philosophical assumptions and key concepts, as well as with the necessary background of Athenian society. The endnotes clarify any ambiguities and obscurities in the original text, identifying all references to people, places, gods, et cetera. The commentaries are designed to open up the dialogues for the reader, showing the issues that have been debated by commentators and considering some of the responses to them. They are designed to stimulate further reflection.
LC Classification NumberB385.A5C63 1993
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