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The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates by Xenophon is a key text in ancient Greek philosophy that captures the essence of Socratic philosophy through a series of dialogues. Unlike Plato's more theoretical portrayals, Xenophon presents Socrates as a practical thinker deeply concerned with virtue ethics, morality, and the application of wisdom in daily life. The book highlights the Socratic method, where Socrates engages in questioning to explore concepts like justice, virtue, and piety. Through these conversations, Xenophon emphasizes Socrates' teachings on friendship, ethical living, and the pursuit of virtue. This work is not only a reflection of Socrates' intellectual history but also a practical guide to moral philosophy. Xenophon's portrayal provides valuable insights into Socrates' life and thought, making this text an essential piece of classical literature and a foundational work in the study of ancient Greek philosophy.

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Xenophon was a Greek historian, soldier, and philosopher born in Athens around 430 BC. He was a student of Socrates and fought as a mercenary in various conflicts throughout his life. In 401 BC, Xenophon joined the expedition of Cyrus the Younger, a Persian prince who sought to overthrow his brother, the king of Persia. After Cyrus was killed in battle, Xenophon led a group of Greek soldiers known as the Ten Thousand on a dangerous retreat across enemy territory, an event he later wrote about in his famous work, the "Anabasis". Xenophon also wrote several other works, including the "Hellenica", which covers the events in Greece from 411 BC to 362 BC, and the "Cyropaedia", a fictionalized biography of Cyrus the Great. In addition to his military and historical pursuits, Xenophon was also interested in philosophy and wrote several works on ethics, including "Memorabilia", a collection of Socratic dialogues. He believed in the importance of piety, obedience to the law, and the virtues of the Greek city-state system. Xenophon spent his later years in the Greek city of Corinth, where he continued to write and engage in philosophical discussions. He died around 354 BC at an advanced age.


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  • ISBN-13: 9789365782189
  • Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
  • Publisher Imprint: Double 9 Books LLP
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 142
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  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 936578218X
  • Publisher Date: 09 Jan 2024
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
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  • Weight: 212 gr


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