Author: Plato
Synopsis:
In Plato's "Meno," a young and ambitious Athenian nobleman named Meno seeks to understand the nature of virtue. He approaches the renowned philosopher Socrates, who engages him in a captivating dialogue that explores the essence of virtue and the possibility of its acquisition. As the conversation unfolds, Socrates employs his unique method of questioning to guide Meno towards a deeper understanding of virtue, leading them both on a thought-provoking journey of self-discovery and intellectual exploration.
Genres: Philosophy, Socratic dialogue
Themes: Virtue, knowledge, learning, the nature of teaching, the Socratic method
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