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Mary Y

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Reviewing Plato’s Republic is the silliest thing I’ve done in a long time

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 02-16-24

This is it—the classic. It’s hard to say much about the Republic since I’m just a speck on the timeline of its existence. Giving it some number of stars out of five is absolutely bizarre. But for anyone who is uncertain about reading, just know there is so much more than meets the eye here. It’s comedic, it’s dramatic, it’s everything Socrates advises against including in the education system of the kallipolis (or is it?????). Multiple reads is a must. Guided reading with someone who knows Plato is also strongly recommended. Every time I’ve read (and listened to!) this, I’ve come away with a significantly different take, noticed new things, and had wonderful conversations inspired by its themes. If you’re new to Plato… well. Maybe start with one of his other dialogues. But then come back to the Republic, because it has stood the test of time for a reason.

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A Compelling Read

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5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Revisado: 07-10-22

I really enjoyed listening to this book!! I first encountered Szalavitz’s work when I listened to ‘The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog.’ I was so profoundly impacted by the stories that once I finished the book, I immediately looked up Szalavitz’s other work. ‘Undoing Drugs’ did not disappoint!! The anecdotes and data-driven conclusions were incredibly interesting and, I think more importantly, effective at prompting critical self-reflection. As a person who prides myself on my compassionate approach when facing challenges, I was floored to realize I had completely soaked up conventional negative views on addicts/addiction from my parents, both of whom had had their own idealogical and experience-based reasons for embracing tough love rhetoric. I’m grateful for the gentle nudge this book provided to rethink my beliefs. I hope I might share this book with my parents one day. Though it would pose significant opposition to their long-held beliefs, this book has convinced me that the potential tension and animosity caused by initiating such a conversation are well worth the concrete benefits that can come out of advocating for harm reduction. All in all, I recommend this book to everyone. Excellent read!!

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