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POL402H1F L0101

Problems in the Political Thought of the Socratic School

Themes

We will read select Platonic dialogues in order to grapple with Plato’s presentation of the Socratic life.

Texts

Plato’s Laws.

Format and Requirements

Two-hour weekly seminar. Several essays and seminar participation.

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