The Last Days of Socrates by Plato

The Last Days of Socrates

Plato

272 pages first pub -400 (editions)

nonfiction classics history philosophy challenging reflective slow-paced

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The trial and condemnation of Socrates (469-399 B.C.) on charges of heresy and corrupting young minds is a defining moment in the history of Classical Athens. In tracing these events through four dialogues, Plato also developed his own philosophy,...

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reflective 89%
informative 65%
challenging 62%
inspiring 37%
hopeful 10%
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funny 6%
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dark 3%
mysterious 3%
relaxing 3%
tense 3%

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fast 10%

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