Crito (World Philosophers and Their Works)
At a glance:
- Author: Aristocles
- First Published: 1804
- Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Context
Crito is a relatively short dialogue that should be read in conjunction with and between Apologia Sōkratous (early period, 399-390 b.c.e.; Apology, 1675) and Phaedōn (middle period, 388-368 b.c.e.; Phaedo, 1675). Apology gives an account of Socrates’ trial and condemnation; Phaedo describes his last conversations and death; Crito recounts a friend’s urgent plea for Socrates to avail himself of the ample opportunity to escape and the latter’s justification on moral grounds for remaining in prison...
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