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Plato: Laws 10: Translated with an introduction and commentary (Clarendon Plato Series)
With An Introduction And Commentary) (Robert Mayhew Translated By
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hardcover. Book 10 of the Laws sets out Plato's last thoughts on the gods, piety, and religion. Robert Mayhew presents a new English translation of this important text with a detailed commentary that highlights its philosophical, political, and religious significance. Translator(s): Mayhew, Robert. Series: Clarendon Plato Series. Num Pages: 248 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 221 x 144 x 22. Weight in Grams: 454. Good clean copy with minor shelfwear. DJ has some minor nicks and tears, remains very good
The Laws is Plato's last and longest dialogue. Although it has been neglected (compared to such works as the Republic and Symposium), it is beginning to receive a great deal of scholarly attention. Book 10 of the Laws contains Plato's fullest defence of the existence of the gods, and his last word on their nature, as well as a presentation and defence of laws against impiety (e.g. atheism). Plato's primary aim is to defend the idea that the gods exist and that they are good - this latter meaning that they do not neglect human beings and cannot be swayed ... Read more
The Laws is Plato's last and longest dialogue. Although it has been neglected (compared to such works as the Republic and Symposium), it is beginning to receive a great deal of scholarly attention. Book 10 of the Laws contains Plato's fullest defence of the existence of the gods, and his last word on their nature, as well as a presentation and defence of laws against impiety (e.g. atheism). Plato's primary aim is to defend the idea that the gods exist and that they are good - this latter meaning that they do not neglect human beings and cannot be swayed ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
OUP Oxford
Condition
Used, Very Good
Series
Clarendon Plato Series
Number of Pages
248
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780199225965
SKU
KSG0034526
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Ref
99-1
Reviews for Plato: Laws 10: Translated with an introduction and commentary (Clarendon Plato Series)
the Laws is rewarding reading and offers a great vista of Platos last political and philosophical thoughts... Out of its twelve books, Book 10 is, philosophically, the most important one. Robert Mayhews volume is a valuable resource for those interested in this book, especially for those who are first time readers of the Laws.
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