Publisher's Synopsis
The Timaeus and Critias of Plato is a collection of two dialogues written by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. The first dialogue, Timaeus, is a discussion of cosmology, or the study of the universe and its origins. In it, Plato presents a creation myth that features a divine craftsman who fashions the world out of pre-existing materials. This craftsman is aided by a set of lesser gods who are responsible for various aspects of the natural world.The second dialogue, Critias, is a retelling of the story of Atlantis, a legendary island civilization that was said to have existed in the distant past. In it, Plato describes the history and culture of Atlantis, as well as its eventual downfall due to its citizens' moral corruption and hubris.Together, these two dialogues offer a glimpse into Plato's philosophical and mythological beliefs, as well as his ideas about the nature of reality and the human condition. They are considered important works in the Western philosophical tradition and have influenced countless thinkers throughout history.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1810 Edition.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.
