Plato: The Apology of Socrates and Xenophon: The Apology of Socrates (Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics)
This Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics edition brings together Plato's and Xenophon's Apologies of Socrates, offering bilingual texts that capture the philosopher's defense at his trial. It provides essential insights into Socratic thought and ancient Athenian society through these parallel accounts.
About This Book
This volume presents Plato's Apology of Socrates alongside Xenophon's version, both key texts in ancient Greek literature.
Edited for the Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics series, it features the original Greek with facing English translations to aid study and appreciation.
These apologies recount Socrates' defense during his trial in Athens, highlighting themes of justice, wisdom, and the examined life.
Suitable for students and scholars, the edition supports close reading of these foundational philosophical works.
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