Plato

柏拉图

Lifespan
前427–前347
Nationality
Ancient Greek
Role
Philosopher
Books
2

Biography

Ancient Greek philosopher, a student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, and one of the founders of Western philosophy. The Republic examines justice, the city and the philosopher-king, and sets out the theory of forms.

Central Ideas

  • The theory of forms
  • The Republic and justice
  • The allegory of the cave

Books

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