Plato

by Robert Hall

Overview

First published in 1981 this unique study discusses the evolution of Plato's thought through the actual developments in Athenian democracy, the book also demonstrates Plato's continuing responses to changes in political theory and argues for a new understanding of Plato's goals for the state and his ultimate concern for the moral well-being of the citizens.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134339181
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	08/02/2004
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	180
File size:	418 KB

About the Author

Robert W. Hall

Table of Contents

Preface, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 1 The Athenian Democracy, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 2 The Controversy of Convention or Nature as the Basis of the State, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 3 The Inadequacy of Convention as a Basis for Society, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 4 The Education of the Rulers in the Republic, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 5 The Justice of the State and the Justice of the Individual, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 6 Law in the Republic, Politicus and Laws, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 7 The States of the Republic and Laws, Robert W. Hall; Chapter 8 Plato’s Political Heritage, Robert W. Hall;