The Trial and the Death of Socrates

De: Plato

Narrado por: Bruce Alexander, Jamie Glover, David Timson

The Trial and the Death of Socrates remains a powerful document not least because it gives a first-hand account of the end of one of the greatest figures in history.

In Apology, Socrates defends himself before the Athenian court against charges of corrupting youth. Phaedo is the account by a young man of the actual last words and moments of Socrates.

Tom Griffith presents these with scene-setting introductions to the historical situation in this new translation.

Translated by Tom Griffith.

Download the accompanying reference guide.©2001 Naxos AudioBooks Ltd. (P)2001 Naxos AudioBooks Ltd.

Apology is excellent, the rest isn't for driving.

This recording sounds like its over 20 years old, but the performance is so good that the listener forgets about the sound quality. In my opinion, the Apology part of this recording is actually the most captivating performance of the works of Plato on Audible. However, the dialougues such as Crito are hard to follow if one isn't concentrating, don't try listening to them during your morning drive.

Very good

This was my second probe into Plato, the first being Plato in 90 minutes, and I found it very easy to follow. The narrators are excellent. You won't be disapponted if you appreciate wisdom.

great read

very interesting book, awesome, highly recommend, a lot of wisdom and full story of Socrates trial and death

Outstanding Performance!

The performance makes the trial come to life!
I have been assigned to read Plato's "Apology" for my Philosophy 101 class, and got this audiobook to make it easier. Definitely recommend!

The way the work is read makes it seem as if you were actually a member of the jury at the time and place of Socrates' trial. They even put some echo in there to make it seem more real- a really neat touch.

A good amount of context is given at the beginning and end of each section, making it much easier to understand what is going on and why is it being executed the way it is.

There are several sections to this audiobook- context information, "The Apology", and other works that go with it including the account of Socrates' actual death.

This work of literature is a classic. Thought provocative, supremely rhetorical, definitely something to reflect and learn from.

Tragic death

Great information to share.
Great principles to live by.
This is a good book for beginner readers of philosophy.
Chapter 4&5 were a little drug out; nonetheless, I enjoyed it. Thank you