Charmides
Charmides
Nonfiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1986
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Play • Nonfiction
Athens, Greece • Classical Era
1986
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Plato's dialogue, Charmides, Socrates engages Charmides in a discussion about the nature of temperance. Through questioning, Socrates and his companions attempt to define temperance, exploring its relationship to self-knowledge and wisdom without reaching a definitive conclusion. The dialogue also examines the complexities of virtue in the context of human behavior.
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Charmides by Plato explores themes of temperance and self-knowledge through Socratic dialogue. Positive reviews praise its philosophical depth and insightful questioning nature. However, some readers find its exploration dense and challenging without prior philosophical knowledge. Overall, it's appreciated as a profound work for those interested in classical philosophy.
Who Should Read Charmides?
A reader who enjoys Charmides by Plato is likely interested in classical philosophy, Socratic dialogue, and the exploration of temperance and self-knowledge. Comparable works include Plato's The Republic and Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics, appealing to those who appreciate deep philosophical inquiries and ancient Greek thought.
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Play • Nonfiction
Athens, Greece • Classical Era
1986
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