Apology, Crito, and Phaedo of Socrates Free Audiobook Download

Author : Plato

Plato, originally named Aristocles (c. 427 – 348 BC), was a preeminent ancient Greek philosopher whose work laid the foundation for Western philosophy. As a pivotal figure in the Classical period, he was renowned for his development of written dialogue and dialectic methods, significantly shaping both theoretical and practical philosophy. Founder of the Platonic Academy in Athens, Plato introduced the influential theory of forms, addressing the problem of universals. His philosophical insights were profoundly shaped by pre-Socratic thinkers, including Pythagoras, Heraclitus, and Parmenides, and his writings have endured for over 2,400 years, making them some of the most consistently read texts in the history of thought. Together with his mentor Socrates and his student Aristotle, Plato stands as a central figure in philosophical discourse. His legacy also extends to the realms of Christian and Islamic philosophy through Neoplatonism, highlighting his lasting impact on the intellectual traditions of the West.