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Plato: A Short Introduction to His Life and Works

By: Doug West
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Curious about the ancient Greek philosopher Plato but short on time? "Plato: A Short Introduction to His Life and Works" is your perfect solution! This concise book explores Plato's life, contributions to philosophy, and lasting impact on Western thought. You'll discover:
  • Rise of the Philosophers in Ancient Greece
  • Sources of information about him
  • The life of Plato, his trips to Syracuse, the Academy, and Aristotle
  • The works of Plato, order of the dialogues, Theory of Forms, natural science,…
  • Plato’s masterwork the “Republic,” Ideal State, education, Allegory of the Cave, dialectic,…
  • His legacy on Western thought, culture and philosophy
  • Platonism and Neoplatonism
  • A timeline of his life
  • Recommended references for further reading
  • and more…
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30-Minute Book Series
This is the 72nd book in the 30-Minute Book Series. These fast-paced, accurate books deliver detailed stories in a concise format. Most people finish each book in under an hour, making them perfect for a lunch break, school project, or a bit of downtime.

About the Author
Doug West is a retired engineer and an experienced non-fiction writer with dozens of books to his credit. His writing interests are general, with special expertise in history, science, and biographies. Doug has a Ph.D. in General Engineering from Oklahoma State University.
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