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The Republic (English Edition)

The Republic (English Edition)

AUTHOR: PLATO

Dystopian and Political Fiction

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The Republic is Plato’s seminal work on justice, politics, and the nature of the ideal society. Framed as a philosophical dialogue led by Socrates, the text explores fundamental questions: What is justice? What makes a just individual and a just state? How should power be distributed, and who should rule? Through vivid allegories — including the famous Allegory of the Cave — and discussions on education, virtue, and the philosopher-king, Plato imagines a structured society guided by reason and wisdom rather than wealth or desire. A cornerstone of Western philosophy, The Republic remains a profound and challenging meditation on morality, governance, and the human soul’s search for truth and order.

About Plato:

Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher and student of Socrates, widely regarded as one of the foundational figures in Western thought. He founded the Academy in Athens, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning, and wrote philosophical dialogues that explored justice, truth, love, and the ideal state. Through works like The Republic, Phaedrus, and Symposium, Plato laid the groundwork for philosophy, political theory, and ethics that continue to influence thinkers to this day.

Product Details

• Title: The Republic
• Author: Plato
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback / Hardcover
• Pages: Varies by edition
• Dimensions: 15.2 × 22.9 cm
• Publisher: Autri Books
• Collection: Dystopian & Political Fiction / University Classics