by Plato
First published 2004
Socrates, Athens' most notorious philosopher, stands accused of impiety and corrupting the youth. In a desperate bid to defend his life and legacy, he debates the nature of justice, morality, and the state with prosecutors and friends. As the trial unfolds, Socrates wrestles with his duty to the laws that condemn him and his commitment to the philosophical truth that has alienated the powerful. In the end, he must decide whether to accept his execution or escape, risking everything for the right to keep questioning.
Genres: drama, philosophy, historical-fiction, political-science, ancient
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: moral-dilemma, philosophical-debate
30 pages · Paperback