Socrates

This antiquarian book contains Alfred Edward Taylor's fascinating account of the life and mind of Socrates. Within this text Taylor explores Socrates' life and thinking, as well as expounding his philosophy with relation to the understanding of the soul, ethics, and epistemology. It is a clear, concise, and accessible account of his subject, recommended for anyone studying ancient Greek philosophy - and those with an interest in Socrates. The contents of this text include: 'Alfred Edward Taylor', 'The Early Life of Socrates', 'The Later Life of Socrates: His Trail and Death', 'The Thought of Socrates', and 'Bibliographical Notes'. We are republishing this vintage work now in an affordable, modern edition - complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.