Plato's Republic II: The Individual vs. Society
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind
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Democracy's Fragility: Socrates on Equality and Tyranny
This chapter examines Socrates' perspectives on the tension between individual freedom and societal structure, specifically focusing on gender equality. It analyzes his concerns about democracy's vulnerability to tyranny due to mass ignorance and the societal upheaval caused by the pursuit of wealth and power.
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