Publisher's Synopsis
The Passing of Socrates is a book by J.S.M. Ward that explores the life and death of the famous philosopher, Socrates. The book focuses on Socrates' search for his ""unknown god"" and his eventual trial and execution in 399 B.C. The author uses historical and philosophical sources to provide a detailed account of Socrates' life and the events leading up to his death. The book also delves into the political and cultural context of ancient Athens, providing a rich background for the story of Socrates. Overall, The Passing of Socrates is a thought-provoking and informative read for anyone interested in ancient philosophy and history.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Told through the Ages: A Series of Masonic Stories, by J. S. M. Ward. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459386X.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.
