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Philebus

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2H 24min
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English
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Non-Fiction

The dialogue centers around the nature of pleasure and its relationship to the good life. The two main interlocutors in the dialogue are Socrates and Philebus, a prominent Athenian intellectual. Throughout the dialogue, Socrates and Philebus engage in a complex and nuanced discussion about the nature of pleasure and its place in the good life. They explore questions such as whether pleasure is the ultimate good, whether there are different kinds of pleasure, and whether pleasure can be reconciled with reason and virtue. The dialogue highlights the importance of balance and harmony in the pursuit of a good life, and it remains a significant work of philosophy to this day. Read in English, unabridged.

© 2023 Interactive Media (Audiobook): 9781787366312
© 2017 Interactive Media (Ebook): 9781787241756

Release date

Audiobook: 18 March 2023
Ebook: 15 February 2017

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