The Republic, by Plato. Part III.
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The Art of Contradiction
Glaukon: When a man is out of his depth, whether he has fallen into a little swimming bath or into mid-ocean, he has to swim all the same. And now what are we saying? That different natures are to have the same pursuits? This is the inconsistency which is charged upon us. Verily, Glaukon, I said, glorious is the power of the art of contradiction. Well then, let us see if any way of escape can be found.
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