

Peter Adamson on Plato
Jul 4, 2018
Peter Adamson, Professor of Philosophy, discusses the diverse interpretations of Plato's work, delving into his role as an esoteric writer and the contrasting writing styles of Plato and Aristotle. They explore the authenticity of Plato's letters, the irony in his writing, and his use of myths and cosmological accounts.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Plato as an Esoteric Writer
05:03 • 11min
Comparing the Writing Styles of Plato and Aristotle
16:31 • 3min
Authenticity and Interpretation of Plato's Letters
19:01 • 3min
Irony in Plato's Writing
22:27 • 4min
Plato's Use of Myths and Cosmological Accounts
26:21 • 20min