Taking the form of a dialogue between Socrates, Gorgias, Polus and Callicles, GORGIAS debates perennial questions about the nature of government and those who aspire to public office.
Are high moral standards essential or should we give our preference to the pragmatist who gets things done or negotiates successfully? Should individuals be motivated by a desire for personal power and prestige, or genuine concern for the moral betterment of the citizens?
These questions go to the heart of Athenian democratic principles and are more relevant than ever in today’s political climate.
Author: Plato
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Penguin Group
Published: 06/29/2004
Series: Penguin Classics
Pages: 155
Weight: 0.36lbs
Size: 7.78h x 5.10w x 0.52d
ISBN: 9780140449044
Language: English
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