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Donald Robertson on Socrates, Philosophy, and Modern Self-Help

The Stoic Handbook by Jon Brooks

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Socrates: A Life of Philosophy and Irony

This chapter explores the speaker's creative journey in writing about Socrates, focusing on how his life experiences shaped his philosophical methods. Through anecdotes and vivid descriptions, the chapter highlights Socrates' interactions in Athenian society, his daily routines, and the irony of his presence in the bustling Agora despite his disdain for materialism.

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