Meno

Meno

by Plato
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 09/01/2026

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Meno by Plato is a captivating dialogue that explores the nature of virtue, knowledge, and the process of learning. Through the engaging exchange between Socrates and Meno, the reader is invited to consider whether virtue can be taught, whether it is innate, and how humans come to truly know anything. Plato transforms a philosophical question into a lively and intellectually stimulating conversation. At the heart of this work lies its compelling hook: the pursuit of knowledge is a journey from ignorance to insight. Socrates’ method of questioning and the introduction of the theory of recollection illustrate that learning is not mere accumulation of facts, but a process of awakening understanding that lies dormant within the soul. This idea challenges the reader to think deeply about education, growth, and self-discovery. Meno connects ethical inquiry with personal development, emphasizing that virtue is not only a matter of moral behavior but also of wisdom and self-knowledge. Plato examines human desire for certainty, the limits of perception, and the transformative power of thoughtful dialogue. The text invites readers to reflect on their own capacity for learning and the cultivation of moral excellence. The lasting value of this book lies in its profound insights into epistemology and ethics. It has influenced centuries of thought on pedagogy, philosophy, and human development, offering a timeless guide for anyone seeking to understand how knowledge, virtue, and inquiry intersect. To read Meno is to engage with a masterful exploration of learning and morality. It is a book that sharpens the mind, challenges assumptions, and affirms that true wisdom comes from questioning, reflection, and the pursuit of understanding.

ISBN:
9782020190021
9782020190021
Category:
Ethics & moral philosophy
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
09-01-2026
Language:
English
Publisher:
D&d Books
Plato

Plato ranks among the most familiar ancient philosophers, along with his teacher, Socrates, and his student, Aristotle.

In addition to writing philosophical dialogues - used to teach logic, ethics, rhetoric, religion, and mathematics as well as philosophy - he founded Athens' Academy, the Western world's first institution of higher learning.

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