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Symposium

48 Ratings

4.1

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Duration
2H 31min
Language
English
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Non-fiction

The Symposium by Plato is a philosophical dialogue that explores the various facets of love and its role in the attainment of higher truth. Through a series of speeches given by the characters, Plato's work provides an illuminating examination of eros and its potential as an agent for personal transformation. The text serves as an exploration into the nature of human emotion, offering insight into how one might pursue a meaningful life through cultivating intimate relationships with others.

© 2014 Naxos Audiobooks (Audiobook): 9789629547431
© 2016 Interactive Media (Ebook): 9781911429838

Release date

Audiobook: May 1, 2014
Ebook: June 18, 2016

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