Defence of Socrates, Euthyphro, Crito (Oxford World's Classics) [Paperback]

Plato (Author), David Gallop (Translator)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0192838644 | ISBN-13: 978-0192838643 | Publication Date: July 15, 1999

These new translations of the Defence of Socrates, the Euthyphro, and the Crito present Plato's remarkable dramatizations of the momentous events surrounding the trial of Socrates in 399 BC, on charges of irreligion and corrupting the young. They form a dramatic and thematic sequence, raising fundamental questions about the basis of moral, religious, legal, and political obligation. The Introduction provides a stimulating philosophical and historical analysis of these texts, complemented by useful explanatory notes and an index of names.

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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Greek --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

David Gallop is Professor of Philosophy (Emeritus) at Trent University, Ontario. He taught philosophy at the University of Toronto and at Trent University. Besides his editions of the Phaedo for the Clarendon Plato Series and World's Classics, his publications include Parmenides of Elea and Aristotle on Sleep and Dreams.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (July 15, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0192838644
• ISBN-13: 978-0192838643
• Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good for beginners., February 28, 2002

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This review is from: Defence of Socrates, Euthyphro, Crito (World's Classics) (Paperback)

For teachers looking for something between a comprehensive collection of the dialogues and a photocopied hand-out, this little edition nicely fits the bill. It's an extremely user-friendly translation with a generous introduction and copious but clear and concise endnotes. The editor admittedly errors on the side of verbosity in the introduction, going to excessive (not to mention gratuitous) lengths to argue that the "Crito" is not inconsistent with the "Apology." Also, rather than substituting "defense" for "apology" and " goodness" for "virtue," he might have accomplished the goal of a clear and accessible edition by giving the reader a bit more credit. Finally, many instructors and readers would understandably be forgiven if they shunned this edition because of its omission of the "Phaedo," the final chapter in the trial, sentencing, and punishment of Socrates.

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A most excellent resource for anyone interested in not only studying rhetoric, but seeing shining examples!