The Last Days of Socrates: Euthyphro, the Apology, Crito, Phaedo

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Penguin Books, 1959 - Philosophers, Ancient - 199 pages
"Plato's account of Socrates' trial and death in 399 BC represents a significant moment in Western literature as well as a watershed in the life of ancient Athens. In these four dialogues, Plato develops the Socratic belief in responsibility for one's self and shows Socrates - condemned to suicide by his fellow Athenians - living and dying under his own philosophy. In Euthyphro, Socrates debates goodness outside the courthouse; Apology sees him in court, rebutting all charges of impiety; in Crito, he refuses an entreaty to escape from prison; and in Phaedo, Socrates faces his impending death with calmness and a skillful discussion of immortality." -

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Introduction
7
CRITO
77
PHAEDO
97
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