Timaeus and Critias
(9780140455045 / 9780140455045) - Plato - Paperback - Annotated - Revised - PENGUIN CLASSICS - London, United Kingdom - Penguin Books Ltd - Dimensions: 198x129 - Format: 176 pages - ISBN: 9780140455045 | Timaeus and Critias
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Timaeus and Critias is a fascinating philosophical work that explores the nature of the universe and the origins of human civilization. The dialogue begins with Socrates recounting an ideal state he has heard about, prompting his friends to offer their own accounts of the world's creation and history. Timaeus, a philosopher and mathematician, presents a detailed explanation of the cosmos, including the role of a creator God in its formation. He also discusses the physical properties of the universe, such as the elements that make up matter. In the second part of the dialogue, Critias recounts the story of Atlantis, an ancient and powerful empire ruled by descendants of the god Poseidon. The empire eventually fell into ruin and was swallowed by the sea, leaving behind only myths and legends. Overall, Timaeus and Critias is a thought-provoking and engaging exploration of some of the most profound questions about human existence and the universe we inhabit.
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| Brand | Plato |
| ISBN | Plato 0140455043 |
| MPN | Plato 9780140455045 |
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Plato |
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198x129 |
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Annotated |
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176 pages |
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PENGUIN CLASSICS |
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9780140455045 |
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134 g |

