Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of Socrates by Grace H. Turnbull is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the life and teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher, Socrates. The book provides a detailed account of Socrates' life, from his childhood and early years to his trial and execution. It also delves into his philosophical ideas and beliefs, including his famous Socratic method of questioning and his views on ethics, morality, and the nature of knowledge.The author uses a variety of sources, including ancient texts and modern scholarship, to paint a vivid picture of Socrates and his world. She also examines the impact of Socrates' ideas on subsequent philosophers and thinkers, including Plato and Aristotle.In addition to its exploration of Socrates' life and ideas, The Book of Socrates also provides a valuable introduction to ancient Greek philosophy and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or the ancient world.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tongues of Fire a Bible of Sacred Scriptures of the Pagan World, by Grace H. Turnbull. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101487.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.