Of Myth, Life, and War in Plato's Republic
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Of Myth, Life, and War in Plato's Republic by Claudia Baracchi
A sensitive and original reading of Plato's Republic that foregrounds the power of myth in the shaping of history.
"Baracchi has identified pivotal points around which the Republic operates; this allows a reading of the entire text to unfold.. a very beautifully written book." --Walter Brogan, Villanova University " "Dr. Baracchi has produced a work that opens new and timely vistas within the Republic, probably the single most influential text in the history of Western thought. Her approach ... is thorough and rigorous. --John" "Sallis, Pennsylvania State University
Claudia Baracchi is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at The New School. Her articles on philosophy, art, and literary theory have appeared in numerous journals in English and Italian.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780253214850 |
| ISBN 10 | 0253214858 |
| Title | Of Myth, Life, and War in Plato's Republic |
| Author | Claudia Baracchi |
| Series | Studies In Continental Thought |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Indiana University Press |
| Year published | 2002-01-10 |
| Number of pages | 264 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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