by Plato
First published 1937
In Plato's legendary dialogue, the philosopher Timaeus recounts the formation of the cosmos. From the perfect, eternal realm of ideas, the divine Craftsman sculpts the physical world, shaping matter into the four elements. As the Craftsman imbues this raw material with order and purpose, the cosmos springs to life, with the heavenly bodies, living creatures, and mortal humans all finding their place in the grand cosmic design. Yet this harmonious vision is not without its flaws, as Timaeus reckons with the imperfect, shifting nature of the material world. Plato's dazzling creation myth stands as a cornerstone of Western philosophy, grappling with the most fundamental questions of our existence.
Genres: philosophy, mythology, ancient, academic
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: philosophical-fiction, world-building
166 pages · Paperback