Life, Teachings, And Death Of Socrates (1859)

The book ''Life, Teachings, and Death of Socrates'' is a comprehensive study of the life and philosophy of the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates. Written by George Grote and originally published in 1859, the book delves into the historical context of Socrates’ time, his teachings, and his eventual execution.Grote provides a detailed account of Socrates’ life, including his upbringing, his education, and his interactions with other philosophers and citizens of Athens. He explores Socrates’ unique method of questioning, known as the Socratic method, which aimed to challenge conventional wisdom and encourage critical thinking.The book also examines the political and social climate of Athens during Socrates’ life, including the Peloponnesian War and the rise of democracy. Grote argues that Socrates’ teachings and his refusal to compromise his beliefs ultimately led to his trial and execution on charges of impiety and corrupting the youth.Overall, ''Life, Teachings, and Death of Socrates'' is a thorough and insightful analysis of one of the most influential philosophers in history. It provides a valuable perspective on Socrates’ life and ideas, and sheds light on the cultural and political context in which he lived.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.