Publisher's Synopsis
Talks With Athenian Youths is a book that contains translations of five dialogues by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The dialogues included in this book are Charmides, Lysis, Laches, Euthydemus, and Theaetetus. Each dialogue features Socrates engaging in philosophical discussions with young Athenians on various topics such as wisdom, courage, friendship, and knowledge. Through these conversations, Socrates challenges the youths' beliefs and encourages them to question their own assumptions. The book, first published in 1890, provides readers with insights into Plato's ideas on philosophy and education, as well as the historical and cultural context of ancient Athens.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.
