{"product_id":"symposium-and-other-dialogues","title":"Symposium and Other Dialogues","description":"\u003cp\u003eSo how could he be a god if he is not in possession of beautiful and good things?The six dialogues of Athenian philosopher Plato featured in this bookEuthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno, Phaedo and Symposiumform the bulk of his thoughts on the eternal questions of human existence. They grapple with the various meanings and complexities of erotic love and platonic love, desire, morality, beauty, virtue, valour, happiness, humankinds fear of death and illness, loss, and grief. They also dissect the trial and public execution of Platos mentor, Socrates, throwing light on Socrates influential teachings and his personality.In Platos dialogues, several characters including Socrates argue a range of topics thoroughly by asking questions of each other and expressing their differing points of view. The dialogues continue to draw readers in because of Platos expert use of dramatic elements including generous doses of humour. Both the philosophical content and literary quality of Platos dialogues have endeared them to readers across the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OM BOOKS INTERNATIONAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45867604934854,"sku":"DADAX935376632X","price":4.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9389\/1014\/files\/91pJAQ11gLL.jpg?v=1779377297","url":"https:\/\/ergodemedia.com\/products\/symposium-and-other-dialogues","provider":"Ergodemedia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}