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Symposium and Phaedrus

This work is a compilation of two influential dialogues by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The 'Symposium' delves into the nature of love and the soul, while the 'Phaedrus' discusses the nature of truth and the importance of writing as a means of conveying wisdom. 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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