Platonis Menexenus, From the Text of Bekker

Platonis Menexenus, From the Text of Bekker presents Plato’s dialogue 'Menexenus' in its original Greek, offering readers access to a foundational text of Western political philosophy. This edition, based on the text established by August Bekker, provides a reliable and scholarly resource for students and researchers interested in ancient philosophy and rhetoric. 'Menexenus' explores themes of Athenian identity, patriotism, and the ideal state through a eulogy delivered by Socrates. This edition is invaluable for those seeking a deeper understanding of Plato’s works and their enduring influence on Western thought. The dialogue sheds light on ancient Athenian values and the role of rhetoric in shaping political discourse. Scholars and students alike will appreciate the accessibility and scholarly rigor of this edition.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.