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The Truth About the Life of Plato
Classical Wisdom Speaks
Unraveling Plato: A Biographical Challenge
This chapter explores the complexities of documenting Plato's life through the lens of his first comprehensive biography, emphasizing the scarcity and unreliability of personal sources. It highlights the ongoing scholarly debates regarding the authenticity of letters attributed to him, particularly Letter 7, while navigating the tension between his monumental literary contributions and the quietude of his actual life.
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