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Plato of Athens: A Life in Philosophy | Robin Waterfield

The Eric Metaxas Show

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Unraveling Plato: Biographical Challenges

This chapter examines the difficulties of accurately profiling Plato due to scarce and unreliable sources, including his own works and later ancient biographies. It also explores the interplay between fact and fiction, particularly through comedic interpretations and the authenticity of letters attributed to him.

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