Crito

Crito is a philosophical dialogue written by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The book is set in Athens, where Socrates has been imprisoned and sentenced to death. Crito, one of Socrates' friends, visits him in prison and urges him to escape before his execution. However, Socrates refuses to escape, as he believes that it would be wrong to disobey the laws of Athens, even if they are unjust.Throughout the dialogue, Socrates and Crito engage in a discussion about the nature of justice, the role of the individual in society, and the importance of living a virtuous life. Socrates argues that it is better to die unjustly than to live with a guilty conscience, and that true justice requires individuals to follow the laws of their society, even if they disagree with them.The book is a reflection on the relationship between the individual and society, and the importance of living a life guided by principles of justice and virtue. It is a powerful reminder of the enduring relevance of Plato's philosophy, and a testament to the enduring power of his ideas.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Trial and Death of Socrates, by Plato . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766102041.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.