Philosophers in the Republic
Subtitle: Plato's two paradigms
By: Roslyn Weiss
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Ithaca
Language: eng
Number of pages: 236
ISBN-13: 9780801449741
Subjects: Ethics; Justice (Philosophy)
Description: "Roslyn Weiss offers a new interpretation of Platonic moral philosophy based on an unconventional reading of the Republic. Her basic argument begins with the point that Plato means for us to react badly to the philosopher-rulers of Book 7. She then makes the case that there are two distinct kinds of philosopher in the Republic--one that is ideal and one that is farcical--and that each represents a separate type of justice. Finally, she argues that Plato recognizes this dualism and points the way toward a resolution"--Publisher's Web site.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Introduction : two paradigms; title: Philosophers by nature; title: Philosophers by design I : the making of a philosopher; title: Philosophers by design II : the making of a ruler; title: Socratic piety : the fifth cardinal virtue; title: Justice as moderation; title: Conclusion : "in a healthy way."