
Republic is the central work of the Western world's most famous philosopher Essentially an inquiry into morality Republic also contains crucial arguments & insights into many other areas of philosophy It is also a literary masterpiece the philosophy is presented for the most part for the ordinary reader who is carried along by the wit & intensity of the dialogue & by Plato's unforgettable images of the human condition This new lucid translation by Robin Waterfield is complemented by full explanatory notes & an up-to-date critical introduction ABOUT THE SERIES For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features including expert introductions by leading authorities helpful notes to clarify the text up-to-date bibliographies for further study & much more