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Gorgias and Timaeus

This book includes two significant works by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The 'Gorgias' explores the nature of rhetoric and its ethical implications, while the 'Timaeus' delves into the creation and structure of the universe, offering insights into the nature of reality and the soul. more

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Plato
Plato

Plato (428 BC - 348 BC) was a prominent Greek philosopher, one of the most influential figures in Western philosophy. He founded the Academy, which was the first institution of higher education in the Western world. Plato's philosophy, centered around the theory of Forms, emphasized the importance of reason and morality. more

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