The Trials of Socrates

by Plato

First published 2002

In ancient Athens, the renowned philosopher Socrates stands accused of impiety and corrupting the minds of the youth. As he faces a jury of his peers, Socrates must grapple with the weight of his teachings and the consequences of his unwavering pursuit of wisdom. Amidst the political tensions of the day, he must defend his legacy and confront the very foundations of his beliefs. With his life on the line, Socrates must navigate the treacherous waters of the Athenian legal system, where the stakes are high, and the future of philosophy hangs in the balance.

Genres: drama, philosophy, historical-fiction, ancient

Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: courtroom-drama, philosophical-debate

Setting: Athens

Period: Ancient

200 pages · Paperback · Hackett Publishing Company, Inc.

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