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Not the right time for this kind of literature, so dropped half way through
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Not the right time for this kind of literature, so dropped half way through
Feb 8, 2026
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A fascinating discussion on sex, gender, and human instincts, as relevant today as ever
In the course of a lively drinking party, a group of Athenian intellectuals exchange views on eros, or desire. From their conversation emerges a series of subtle reflections on gender roles, sex in society and the sublimation of basic human instincts. The discussion culminates in a radical challenge to conventional views by Plato's mentor, Socrates, who advocates transcendence through spiritual love. The Symposium is a deft interweaving of different viewpoints and ideas about the nature of love—as a response to beauty, a cosmic force, a motive for social action and as a means of ethical education.
For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
In the course of a lively drinking party, a group of Athenian intellectuals exchange views on eros, or desire. From their conversation emerges a series of subtle reflections on gender roles, sex in society and the sublimation of basic human instincts. The discussion culminates in a radical challenge to conventional views by Plato's mentor, Socrates, who advocates transcendence through spiritual love. The Symposium is a deft interweaving of different viewpoints and ideas about the nature of love—as a response to beauty, a cosmic force, a motive for social action and as a means of ethical education.
For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Editions (5)
ISBN9780140449273
PublisherBBC Books
Publication Date02/27/03
Pages144
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Price13.00 €
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3.0i learned a lot. even though this is actually fictional, i don‘t quite believe it. the way plato talked about the whole ambiente and the speeches just seemed too realistic. i loved the talks about eros, honoring the god of love. i loved how everyone tried to top the others. i loved how they tried to degrade women but the real answer about eros came from a woman. i loved how every greek had a love affair with another greek. and mostly, my love and admiration for the incredible socrates grew even more. he was just out of this world. i wish i met him. so, thank you plato for actually honoring socrates and sharing his wisdom with us.
Nov 19, 2021
3.0i learned a lot. even though this is actually fictional, i don‘t quite believe it. the way plato talked about the whole ambiente and the speeches just seemed too realistic. i loved the talks about eros, honoring the god of love. i loved how everyone tried to top the others. i loved how they tried to degrade women but the real answer about eros came from a woman. i loved how every greek had a love affair with another greek. and mostly, my love and admiration for the incredible socrates grew even more. he was just out of this world. i wish i met him. so, thank you plato for actually honoring socrates and sharing his wisdom with us.
Nov 19, 2021
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