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Theaetetus: What Is Knowledge? - A Foundational Dialogue on Epistemology and Perception
Paperback
Series: Library of Alexandria, Book 358
ISBN13: 9781806292509
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Published: Jun 26 2025
Pages: 114
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Plato's Theaetetus is one of the most enduring and essential dialogues on the nature of knowledge. In a vivid philosophical exchange, Socrates engages Theaetetus-a bright young mathematician-in a discussion that still resonates with anyone who has ever questioned what it means to truly know something.
Is knowledge simply what we see and feel? Is it justified belief? Or is there a higher standard by which truth must be measured? With humor, persistence, and razor-sharp logic, Socrates tears down easy assumptions and forces us to rethink the nature of truth and understanding.
This contemporary adaptation brings clarity and accessibility to Plato's timeless ideas. Ideal for modern readers seeking a deep but readable dive into philosophy, this edition is a perfect starting point or reintroduction to the questions that underlie all intellectual inquiry.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
- A Powerful Dialogue on Knowledge - Socratic reasoning that explores the boundaries of what we can claim to know.
- The Roots of Western Epistemology - Concepts that inspired centuries of philosophical thought.
- A Modern, Accessible Translation - A faithful yet clear adaptation for contemporary readers.
- A Journey of Intellectual Exploration - Challenge your mind alongside Socrates and Theaetetus in a story that sparks curiosity and insight.
Whether you're a student of philosophy or a curious thinker, Theaetetus will lead you through the thrilling process of questioning and discovery. Begin your philosophical journey today.
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