This book contains translations of the Symposium and Phaedo written by a group of authors. Raymond Larson, who translated these dialogues, expertly conveys their messages on eros and immortality. Added to that are excellent annotations, meticulous introduction, and concise bibliography pointing readers to key material in the authors' and scholars' work. The chronological tables that enable precise dating are an added bonus, making their analysis more readily understandable. While some misprints and flaws may detract from the overall experience, the sheer effort embodied in this translation and its supplement — for a thoughtful and well-rounded conclusion, this work should not be missed!
Отличный перевод диалогов по природе эроса и бессмертию души Раймонда Ларсона насыщен знаками, тонкой аннотацией, тщательно подобранной библиографией.
Электронная Книга «The Symposium and The Phaedo» написана автором Группа авторов в году.
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Язык: Английский
ISBN: 9781118822685
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Raymond Larson's excellent translation of the dialogues that deal, respectively, with the nature of eros and the immortality of the soul are supplemented by careful annotation, a fine introduction, a list of principal dates in the life of Plato, and a selected bibliography.
