The Blackwell Guide to Plato's Republic

The Blackwell Guide to Plato's Republic consists ofthirteen new essays written by both established scholars andyounger researchers with the specific aim of helping readers tounderstand Plato's masterwork. * * This guide to Plato's Republic is designed to helpreaders understand this foundational work of the Westerncanon. * Sheds new light on many central features and themes of theRepublic. * Covers the literary and philosophical style of theRepublic; Plato's theories of justice and knowledge;his educational theories; and his treatment of the divine. * Will be of interest to readers who are new to theRepublic, and those who already have some familiarity withthe book.