patristics@gmail.com Web Design by Marilynn Lawrence Plato - by Edward Moore This book provides background for an understanding of Plato's philosophy in both ancient and contemporary contexts. Available from Humanities-EBooks LLP, www.humanities-ebooks.co.uk: See Sample pages and order Plato >>> A succinct introductory book, perfect for students of philosophy, classical studies, theology, and humanities! Contents Chapter 1: Life and Times discusses Plato's early development in the context of Athenian politics, his love of poetry, and turn to philosophy. Chapter 2: Intellectual Background examines earlier philosophers who influenced Plato, notably Parmenides, Heraclitus, the Pythagoreans, and Socrates. Chapter 3: The Dialogues provides information on chronology and development of the Dialogues, and examines ancient and contemporary approaches to their interpretation. Chapter 4: Other Platonic Productions deals with works of questionable or spurious attribution, and the Unwritten Doctrines. Chapter 5: The Forms is an exposition of Plato's most famous and controversial doctrine. Chapter 6: God and the Soul concludes with Plato's theology and psychology, with an emphasis on government and the state. 105 pages, 2 illustrations, 5 tables, 6 external hyperlinks. Return to Edward Moore's Homepage