by Plato
First published 1878
In ancient Athens, the philosopher Socrates engages Philebus, a hedonist who claims pleasure is the highest good. As their debate unfolds, Socrates challenges this view, drawing Philebus and his young disciple Protarchus into a Socratic inquiry on the true nature of the good life. Through rigorous questioning, Socrates unveils the limits of a life devoted solely to pleasure, opening the way for a more nuanced understanding of human flourishing.
Genres: classics, philosophy, ancient, academic
Vibes: intimate, philosophical, thought-provoking
Tropes: philosophical-debate, socratic-inquiry
Setting: Athens
Period: Ancient
142 pages · Paperback · IndyPublish