Alcibiades: A Paradoxical Figure in Athenian Politics

The chapter explores the complexities of Alcibiades' role in Athenian democracy, from undermining it to championing it. It delves into his involvement in rebellions and shifts in allegiances, highlighting the ironies and twists in his quest for power and redemption. Alongside the narrative of political turmoil, the chapter raises philosophical reflections on mentorship and the anxieties of impending parenthood.