The Demands of Moderation, a Review of Xenophon's Socratic Rhetoric: Virtue, Eros, and Philosophy in the Symposium, by Dustin Gish, Lexington Books, 2022.

Dustin Gish's book, "Xenophon's Socratic Rhetoric: Virtue, Eros, and Philosophy in the Symposium," examines the connection between wisdom and moderation in Xenophon's Symposium. Gish compares Xenophon's portrayal of Socrates to Plato's and suggests that Xenophon's portrayal is more moderate and come...

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Publicado en:Perspectives on Political Science Vol. 53; no. 3; pp. 180 - 185
Autor principal: Stern, Paul
Formato: Essay
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Jul-Sep2024
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      ab: Dustin Gish's book, "Xenophon's Socratic Rhetoric: Virtue, Eros, and Philosophy in the Symposium," examines the connection between wisdom and moderation in Xenophon's Symposium. Gish compares Xenophon's portrayal of Socrates to Plato's and suggests that Xenophon's portrayal is more moderate and comedic, indicating a possible disagreement with Plato's understanding of eros. Gish also explores the relationship between Socrates and his followers, highlighting the differences and challenges that arise. He argues that Xenophon's portrayal reflects a certain distance and moderation, contrasting with Plato's more idealistic approach. Gish's analysis provides valuable insights into the distinction between politics and philosophy and challenges delusions that obscure the truth.
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