Publisher's Synopsis
Socrates, Master of Life is a book written by William Ellery Leonard in 1915. The book is a biography of the famous Greek philosopher, Socrates, who is considered one of the most important figures in Western philosophy. The author delves into the life of Socrates and explores his teachings, philosophy, and impact on society. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on different aspects of Socrates' life and philosophy. The first chapter provides an overview of Socrates' life and the historical context in which he lived. The subsequent chapters delve into Socrates' teachings on ethics, politics, religion, and knowledge. The author also explores Socrates' famous method of questioning, known as the Socratic method, and how it was used to challenge the beliefs of his contemporaries. The book also includes a discussion of Socrates' trial and execution, which is one of the most famous events in his life. The author examines the political and social factors that led to Socrates' downfall and the impact it had on his followers and the wider society. Overall, Socrates, Master of Life is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most important philosophers in history. It provides a detailed examination of Socrates' life, teachings, and legacy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy or ancient history.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.
