087941
New York
1963
10,5×18
meki
143
engleski
Cijena: 10,00 EUR
This is a classic introductory book written by the British author and theologian Adam Fox, first published in 1945. The book serves as an accessible guide designed to demystify ancient Greek philosophy and make Plato's dialogues enjoyable for everyday readers rather than just academics. Fox wrote the book to revive interest in Plato among general readers. He believed Platonic dialogues should be studied and enjoyed as literary classics, much like the plays of William Shakespeare. The text provides a thoughtful introduction to Plato's life, his core philosophies, and his famous Theory of Forms. It breaks down complex ideas about justice, love, reality, and the universe into clear, understandable concepts. Following its initial 1945 release, a revised edition was published by John Murray in 1962. Adam Fox (1883–1977) was a prominent British academic, poet, and canon of Westminster Abbey. Notably, he was one of the first members of the "Inklings," the famous Oxford literary group that included C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. He also served as the Oxford Professor of Poetry between 1938 and 1942, where he strongly advocated for literature and poetry that remained intelligible and pleasurable to the public.
