Laws

Plato's Republic represents his great unattainable ideal: a model society governed by Guardians trained in moral philosophy. But in the real world - where philosopher-kings are in short supply - Plato knew that the only foundation for stable and just society is the rule of law. In this, his last and longest dialogue, therefore, he sets out in fascinating detail a comprehensive system of legislation to cover every aspect of his life - from sexual conduct to sport, from drinking parties (as a...