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# Timeless philosophical classic Socratic dialogues stimulating critical thinking In-depth exploration of justice & governance The Republic by Plato: Philosophical Masterpiece | Ancient Greek Philosophy | Ideal State | Political Theory | Socratic Dialogues | Virtue & Justice | Ethical Inquiry | Enlightenment Classic | Timeless Philosophical Work | Essential Reading for Thinkers

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> ⚡ Elevate your intellect with Plato’s Republic — where ancient wisdom meets modern leadership.

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## Key Features

- • **Socratic Dialogue Format:** Engage with dynamic conversations that challenge your worldview.
- • **Timeless Ethical Inquiry:** Explore enduring questions of justice, reason, and societal order.
- • **Cultural & Intellectual Legacy:** Join the ranks of thinkers influenced by this cornerstone of Western philosophy.
- • **Philosophical Mastery Unlocked:** Dive into Plato’s ultimate treatise on the ideal state and virtue.
- • **Top-Ranked Ancient Greek Classic:** A #1 bestseller in History of Ancient Greece—don’t miss out on this essential read.

## Overview

The Republic by Plato is a foundational philosophical work presenting Socratic dialogues on justice, governance, and the ideal society. Celebrated as a timeless classic, it remains a top-ranked bestseller in Ancient Greek history and continues to inspire critical thinking and ethical inquiry among readers worldwide.

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Review: Essential Classic of Political Philosophy - Timeless philosophical masterpiece with profound insights into justice, governance, and the ideal state.
Review: Nice book - Looking forward to read it...

## Features

- Join Socrates along with the Athenians and other interlocutors as they question, argue and discuss their perceptions of an ideal community and combine argument and myth to commend a life organized by reason.
- Regarded as the culminating achievement of Plato, the Republic, in the form of a Socratic dialogue, goes on to argue that the world of everyday objects imperfectly imitates the world of Forms. it also expounds Platos belief that there is an ancient quarrel between poetry and philosophy and acknowledges the influence of art upon the mind.
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| Best Sellers Rank | #1,237 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in History of Ancient Greece #1 in History Encyclopedias |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 5,819 Reviews |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Essential Classic of Political Philosophy
*by R***A on 15 November 2025*

Timeless philosophical masterpiece with profound insights into justice, governance, and the ideal state.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice book
*by G***A on 18 February 2026*

Looking forward to read it...

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plato's Republic: Western Thought’s Stepping Stone
*by J***R on 12 January 2026*

"𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙤 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙜𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨." Easily one of the greatest books ever written, The Republic serves as a stepping stone into the world of Greek philosophy—or philosophy in general. It is fascinating to consider that we are fortunate enough to read a work that offers a window into one of the most brilliant intellects in history. Despite the profound depth of his thought, Plato presents this work in a remarkably clear and accessible manner. While he undoubtedly intended for it to reach a wide audience, it is almost unimaginable (even for Plato himself) that his ideas would remain so influential over two millennia later. The beauty of this book lies in the way it elegantly explores a wide range of themes. Within the pages of this ancient masterpiece, readers encounter discussions on morality, ethics, justice, metaphysics, epistemology, politics, psychology, and more. Naturally, the book contains ideas that are somewhat repugnant or even unsettling, such as the sharing of wives and children among the guardians, the repudiation of natural gender differences, and prescribed breeding periods—responses to which may vary depending on the reader. However, it is crucial to recognize that Plato is not necessarily offering practical political advice here... The dialogue begins with Socrates and his interlocutors examining morality and immorality (or justice and injustice, depending on the translation). When Socrates faces the challenge of demonstrating that morality is desirable in itself—not merely as a disguise—the conversation digresses into the creation of an ideal community, serving as an analogy. In short, much of the work makes more sense when interpreted through the lens of psychological analogy. Plato introduces numerous groundbreaking ideas that engage and stimulate the mind... First is the concept of tripartite psychology, where he proposes that human mind consists of three parts: the rational, the passionate, and the desirous. It is fascinating to observe how he constructs a community to illustrate this division and discusses its political structure, which mirrors our 'Inner politics' . Therefore, the political theories in the book are best understood as analogies for the inner workings of the soul rather than as literal prescriptions. The metaphysical sections of the book include the infamous Cave Allegory, derived from Plato’s theory of Forms. While his metaphysical ideas are not easy to grasp, they reward careful contemplation, becoming more complex—and intriguing—the deeper one engages with them. Plato also introduces and explores the concept of "Goodness" , candidly admitting through Socrates that he does not claim to fully understand it. Finally, the work presents Plato’s innovative political ideas, including the assertion that philosophers must be kings, and that the ideal ruler is the man who is least interested in ruling , thus he needs to be persuaded to do so. Plato’s contempt for democracy is evident, shaped by the Athenian system that condemned his beloved teacher to death. However, his criticisms of democracy are mind blowingly prophetic. His methods for raising guardians were particularly thought-provoking for me. Contemporary democracies rarely consider such rigorous preparation, yet Plato advocates for a ruling class of men trained through decades of strenuous study and testing. Rulership is the most important profession in a society and should unapologetically demand the highest levels of competence, discipline, and moral integrity from those who hold it. I must conclude with my usual critique of subpar below-average publishers like “Fingerprint Classics.” Their edition is essentially a direct copy of Benjamin Jowett’s translation from the late 1800s . Without contextual notes and guidance, average readers can easily miss much of the book’s richness. For works of such significance, choosing a reputable publisher is very very essential. I strongly recommend Oxford World’s Classics, whose edition by Robin Waterfield, a leading Platonist of this century, dramatically enhances comprehension and appreciation. I own copies from both publishers, and the difference in quality is truly eye‑opening. Cheers.

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