Socrates

A Man for Our Times

By: Paul Johnson

Narrated by: John Curless

Acclaimed historian and best-selling author Paul Johnson’s books have been translated into dozens of languages. In Socrates: A Man for Our Times, Johnson draws from little-known resources to construct a fascinating account of one of history’s greatest thinkers. Socrates transcended class limitations in Athens during the fifth century B.C. to develop ideas that still shape the way we think about the human body and soul, including the workings of the human mind.

©2011 Paul Johnson (P)2011 Recorded Books, LLC

The ethical just moralist for every age

Very impressed with the level of righteousness this non-christian achieved without the blessing of God's revelation.
Great narration.

Must read, basic knowledge for humanity.

I think Socrates' thoughts are very well detailed and objectively analyzed by the author.The reading is immersing and enjoyable.

top shelf in all respects .

will surely read more from this author. efficient and clearly explained . highly recommended to all who love the classics

Good analysis

The book is really good and provides a good analysis of Socrates mind and life. It makes great connection among his thoughts, modern philosophy, Christianity and other relevant aspects. My only point of the book is that in some parts it took too much focus on peripheral figures instead of Socrates. Finally another great book from Paul Johnson, my favorite biographer.

Great Story About a Great Man

We all know the name Socrates, but often time we think philosophers are insufferable know-it-alls. Socrates was not. Although this book only generally touches upon his philosophy it does a great job in describing what sort of man Socrates was and the times he lived in. The author does a great job in making the information accessible and interesting and the narrator was excellent.