The Socratic Method by Rebecca Bensen Cain

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Develops an account of Socratic method, based on a psychological model of Plato's dramatic depiction of Socrates' character and conduct. Socratic method is seen as a blend of three types of philosophical discourse: refutation, truth-seeking, and persuasion. This book focuses on the persuasive features of the method.

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The Socratic Method by Rebecca Bensen Cain

Develops an account of Socratic method, based on a psychological model of Plato's dramatic depiction of Socrates' character and conduct. Socratic method is seen as a blend of three types of philosophical discourse: refutation, truth-seeking, and persuasion. This book focuses on the persuasive features of the method.
"'Readers will be challenged and intrigued by Cain's treatment..' Voula Tsouna, University of California, Santa Barbara 'I enthusiastically recommend this book and look forward eagerly to having a copy on my own bookshelf to consult in my own work.' Nicholas D. Smith, Lewis & Clark College, Portland, OR"
Rebecca Benson Cain teaches philosophy at Oklahoma State University, USA. Her previous publications include articles in the Journal of the History of Philosophy and the Southwest Philosophy Review.
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ISBN 13 9780826488916
ISBN 10 0826488919
Title The Socratic Method
Author Rebecca Bensen Cain
Series Continuum Studies In Ancient Philosophy
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Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 2007-02-26
Number of pages 148
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