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The Plato Collection [47 Books]

This collection encompasses 47 books, presenting a wide array of Plato's philosophical writings. It includes his famous dialogues such as 'The Republic' and 'The Apology,' as well as lesser-known works that delve into various aspects of human thought and society. more

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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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