The Philebus Of Plato, With A Revised Text (1860), (Hardcover)

The Philebus of Plato is a philosophical work that explores the nature of pleasure and its relationship to knowledge and the good life. This edition, published in 1860, includes a revised text of the original Greek manuscript, along with an English translation and commentary by the editor. The Philebus is one of Plato's later dialogues, and it is considered one of his most complex and challenging works. In it, he examines the competing claims of pleasure and knowledge as sources of happiness, and he explores the idea that true happiness can only be achieved through a balance of these two forces. The revised text in this edition is based on the latest scholarship and includes notes on the manuscript's history and provenance. The commentary provides helpful insights into the philosophical arguments and themes of the work, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of ancient philosophy. Overall, The Philebus of Plato is a thought-provoking and illuminating work that continues to be relevant to contemporary discussions of ethics and the good life.Text Is In English And Greek.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.