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The Living Wisdom of Socrates
Ancient Philosophy for Modern Wisdom
Book • 2004
The Living Wisdom of Socrates is Mark Forstater's exploration of Socrates' life, teachings, and ethical example, written for a general audience interested in classical philosophy.
Forstater emphasizes Socrates' practices — including his meditative habits and willingness to accept execution — presenting him as a moral exemplar who influenced Western thought.
The book draws on Plato's dialogues and other sources to reconstruct Socrates' character, social context, and pedagogical methods.
It aims to make Socratic questioning and commitment to truth accessible and relevant to contemporary readers seeking personal integrity and courage.
The work situates Socrates within broader comparisons to Stoicism and other traditions, highlighting his lasting influence on ethics.
Forstater emphasizes Socrates' practices — including his meditative habits and willingness to accept execution — presenting him as a moral exemplar who influenced Western thought.
The book draws on Plato's dialogues and other sources to reconstruct Socrates' character, social context, and pedagogical methods.
It aims to make Socratic questioning and commitment to truth accessible and relevant to contemporary readers seeking personal integrity and courage.
The work situates Socrates within broader comparisons to Stoicism and other traditions, highlighting his lasting influence on ethics.
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