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Title: The Symposium
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symposium_(Xenophon)
Credits: Produced by John Bickers, and David Widger
Summary: "The Symposium" by Xenophon is a philosophical dialogue written in the late 4th century BC. The work presents a series of discussions among notable figures of the time, including Socrates, at a dinner hosted by Callias in honor of the young athlete Autolycus. The dialogue explores themes of love, beauty, and virtue, particularly through the lens of Socratic philosophy. The opening of "The Symposium" sets the stage for this intellectual gathering, beginning with Socrates' playful banter with Callias about the nature of wisdom and the invitation to dinner. After the feast's initial arrival, a jester named Philippus adds a lighthearted element, struggling to amuse the guests with his humor. As the discussions unfold, characters begin to express their thoughts on beauty, love, and their own perceived virtues. Notably, Socrates challenges convention and provokes thought about the deeper meanings of these themes, establishing a vibrant atmosphere for the philosophical exchanges that will follow, highlighting the interplay between personal qualities and societal values. This opening hints at a rich exploration of human passions and philosophical inquiry—elements that may intrigue readers interested in classical thought and the nature of human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Xenophon, 432 BCE-351? BCE
Translator: Dakyns, Henry Graham, 1838-1911
EBook No.: 1181
Published: Jan 1, 1998
Downloads: 518
Language: English
Subject: Classical literature
Subject: Socrates, 470 BC-399 BC
Subject: Philosophy, Ancient
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Symposium
Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symposium_(Xenophon)
Credits: Produced by John Bickers, and David Widger
Summary: "The Symposium" by Xenophon is a philosophical dialogue written in the late 4th century BC. The work presents a series of discussions among notable figures of the time, including Socrates, at a dinner hosted by Callias in honor of the young athlete Autolycus. The dialogue explores themes of love, beauty, and virtue, particularly through the lens of Socratic philosophy. The opening of "The Symposium" sets the stage for this intellectual gathering, beginning with Socrates' playful banter with Callias about the nature of wisdom and the invitation to dinner. After the feast's initial arrival, a jester named Philippus adds a lighthearted element, struggling to amuse the guests with his humor. As the discussions unfold, characters begin to express their thoughts on beauty, love, and their own perceived virtues. Notably, Socrates challenges convention and provokes thought about the deeper meanings of these themes, establishing a vibrant atmosphere for the philosophical exchanges that will follow, highlighting the interplay between personal qualities and societal values. This opening hints at a rich exploration of human passions and philosophical inquiry—elements that may intrigue readers interested in classical thought and the nature of human relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Author: Xenophon, 432 BCE-351? BCE
Translator: Dakyns, Henry Graham, 1838-1911
EBook No.: 1181
Published: Jan 1, 1998
Downloads: 518
Language: English
Subject: Classical literature
Subject: Socrates, 470 BC-399 BC
Subject: Philosophy, Ancient
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.