by Plato
First published 1987
In "The Roots of Political Philosophy," Plato takes readers on a probing exploration of the nature of government and the forces that shape it. Opening with a vivid portrait of Athens in turmoil, the work plunges us into a world where power is the ultimate prize and the line between leader and tyrant blurs. As Plato's characters grapple with the challenges of organizing society, they uncover the insidious ways that ambition and self-interest can corrode even the noblest of intentions. Through it all, Plato weaves a captivating narrative that illuminates the timeless struggles at the heart of the human condition.
Genres: classics, philosophy, political-science, political-thriller, ancient, academic
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, unreliable-narrator
424 pages · Paperback · Cornell University Press