The Hemlock Cup: Socrates, Athens and the Search for the Good Life
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In this vivid historical portrait, the life and ideas of Socrates emerge from the turbulent world of fifth-century Athens—a city shaped by democracy, war, artistic achievement, and political upheaval. Drawing on the accounts of Plato, Xenophon, and Aristophanes alongside archaeological and historical evidence, the narrative explores the elusive philosopher’s relationships, intellectual challenges, and unwavering pursuit of truth. It brings to life the streets, institutions, and citizens who formed Socrates’ world while examining enduring questions about virtue, justice, citizenship, and what it means to live well. Richly researched and vividly told, the book offers both a compelling biography and an illuminating portrait of classical Athens.
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paperback
A.A. Knopf
Published Jan 1, 2011
484 pages
ISBN: 9781400041794
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First Published
2010
Language
eng
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