--- product_id: 129643444 title: "The Republic By Plato | Original Classic | Greek Philosophy Book | Political Theory | Society & Morality | Socratic Dialogue | Ideal State | Virtue & Justice | Ethical Inquiry | Premium Paperback" price: "7364CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/129643444-the-republic-by-plato-original-classic-greek-philosophy-book-political store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Timeless philosophical classic Socratic dialogues stimulating critical thinking In-depth exploration of justice & ethics The Republic By Plato | Original Classic | Greek Philosophy Book | Political Theory | Society & Morality | Socratic Dialogue | Ideal State | Virtue & Justice | Ethical Inquiry | Premium Paperback **Price:** 7364CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Elevate your intellect with the ultimate blueprint for justice and society! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Republic By Plato | Original Classic | Greek Philosophy Book | Political Theory | Society & Morality | Socratic Dialogue | Ideal State | Virtue & Justice | Ethical Inquiry | Premium Paperback - **How much does it cost?** 7364CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/129643444-the-republic-by-plato-original-classic-greek-philosophy-book-political) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Unlock Ancient Wisdom:** Dive into Plato’s groundbreaking ideas on justice, governance, and virtue that shaped Western thought for over 2,400 years. - • **Explore the Ideal State:** Discover Plato’s vision of a perfectly ordered society and the psychological analogies behind political structures. - • **Master the Art of Reason:** Engage with Socratic dialogues that challenge your perceptions and sharpen your critical thinking skills. - • **Future-Proof Your Mindset:** Absorb timeless ethical inquiries and political theories that remain relevant in today’s complex world. - • **Join the Intellectual Elite:** Be part of a community of thinkers who appreciate the profound insights of one of history’s greatest minds. ## Overview The Republic by Plato is a foundational philosophical work that explores justice, ethics, and political theory through Socratic dialogues. It presents Plato’s vision of an ideal society, introduces the theory of Forms, and offers profound insights into human psychology and governance. This ancient masterpiece continues to influence contemporary thought and remains essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the roots of Western philosophy. ## Description The Republic by Plato is a philosophical masterpiece that delves into the nature of justice, ethics, and governance. Explore Socratic dialogues, envision an ideal society, and ponder the timeless questions it raises. Journey into the depths of ancient Greek philosophy. Uncover Plato's vision of a just society and its implications. Engage in profound discussions on the nature of reality and knowledge. Experience the thought-provoking dialogues that shaped Western philosophy. Encounter timeless ideas that continue to resonate in contemporary society. Review: Nice book - Looking forward to read it... Review: Plato's Republic: Western Thought’s Stepping Stone - "𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙤 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙜𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨." Easily one of the greatest books ever written, The Republic serves as a stepping stone into the world of Greek philosophy—or philosophy in general. It is fascinating to consider that we are fortunate enough to read a work that offers a window into one of the most brilliant intellects in history. Despite the profound depth of his thought, Plato presents this work in a remarkably clear and accessible manner. While he undoubtedly intended for it to reach a wide audience, it is almost unimaginable (even for Plato himself) that his ideas would remain so influential over two millennia later. The beauty of this book lies in the way it elegantly explores a wide range of themes. Within the pages of this ancient masterpiece, readers encounter discussions on morality, ethics, justice, metaphysics, epistemology, politics, psychology, eugenics, eschatology and more. Naturally, the book contains ideas that are somewhat repugnant or even unsettling, such as the sharing of wives and children among the guardians, the repudiation of natural gender differences, and prescribed breeding periods—responses to which may vary depending on the reader. However, it is crucial to recognize that Plato is not necessarily offering practical political advice here... The dialogue begins with Socrates and his interlocutors examining morality and immorality (or justice and injustice, depending on the translation). When Socrates faces the challenge of demonstrating that morality is desirable in itself—not merely as a disguise—the conversation digresses into the creation of an ideal community, serving as an analogy. In short, much of the work makes more sense when interpreted through the lens of psychological analogy. Plato introduces numerous groundbreaking ideas that engage and stimulate the mind... First is the concept of tripartite psychology, where he proposes that human mind consists of three parts: the rational, the passionate, and the desirous. It is fascinating to observe how he constructs a community to illustrate this division and discusses its political structure, which mirrors our 'Inner politics' . Therefore, the political theories in the book are best understood as analogies for the inner workings of the soul rather than as literal prescriptions. The metaphysical sections of the book include the infamous Cave Allegory, derived from Plato’s theory of Forms. While his metaphysical ideas are not easy to grasp, they reward careful contemplation, becoming more complex—and intriguing—the deeper one engages with them. Like it's famously said, "Plato is easy to read, difficult to understand". Plato also introduces and explores the concept of "Goodness" , candidly admitting through Socrates that he does not claim to fully understand it. Finally, the work presents Plato’s innovative political ideas, including the assertion that philosophers must be kings, and that the ideal ruler is the man who is least interested in ruling , thus he needs to be persuaded to do so. Plato’s contempt for democracy is evident, shaped by the Athenian system that condemned his beloved teacher to death. However, his criticisms of democracy are mind blowingly prophetic. His methods for raising guardians were particularly thought-provoking for me. Contemporary democracies rarely consider such rigorous preparation, yet Plato advocates for a ruling class of men trained through decades of strenuous study and testing. Rulership is the most important profession in a society and should unapologetically demand the highest levels of competence, discipline, and moral integrity from those who hold it. I must conclude with my usual critique of subpar below-average publishers like “Fingerprint Classics.” Their edition is essentially a direct copy of Benjamin Jowett’s translation from the late 1800s . Without contextual notes and guidance, average readers can easily miss much of the book’s richness. For works of such significance, choosing a reputable publisher is very very essential. I strongly recommend Oxford World’s Classics, whose edition by Robin Waterfield, a leading Platonist of this century, dramatically enhances comprehension and appreciation. I own copies from both publishers, and the difference in quality is truly eye‑opening. Cheers. ## Features - Join Socrates along with the Athenians and other interlocutors as they question, argue and discuss their perceptions of an ideal community and combine argument and myth to commend a life organized by reason. - Regarded as the culminating achievement of Plato, the Republic, in the form of a Socratic dialogue, goes on to argue that the world of everyday objects imperfectly imitates the world of Forms. it also expounds Platos belief that there is an ancient quarrel between poetry and philosophy and acknowledges the influence of art upon the mind. - It ensures you get the best usage for a longer period ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,151 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2 in History Encyclopedias #4 in History of Ancient Greece #97 in Classic Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 6,878 Reviews | ## Images ![The Republic By Plato | Original Classic | Greek Philosophy Book | Political Theory | Society & Morality | Socratic Dialogue | Ideal State | Virtue & Justice | Ethical Inquiry | Premium Paperback - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OpRmCPo6L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice book *by G***A on 18 February 2026* Looking forward to read it... ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plato's Republic: Western Thought’s Stepping Stone *by J***R on 12 January 2026* "𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙙𝙤 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙛𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙜𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩, 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙙𝙤𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨." Easily one of the greatest books ever written, The Republic serves as a stepping stone into the world of Greek philosophy—or philosophy in general. It is fascinating to consider that we are fortunate enough to read a work that offers a window into one of the most brilliant intellects in history. Despite the profound depth of his thought, Plato presents this work in a remarkably clear and accessible manner. While he undoubtedly intended for it to reach a wide audience, it is almost unimaginable (even for Plato himself) that his ideas would remain so influential over two millennia later. The beauty of this book lies in the way it elegantly explores a wide range of themes. Within the pages of this ancient masterpiece, readers encounter discussions on morality, ethics, justice, metaphysics, epistemology, politics, psychology, eugenics, eschatology and more. Naturally, the book contains ideas that are somewhat repugnant or even unsettling, such as the sharing of wives and children among the guardians, the repudiation of natural gender differences, and prescribed breeding periods—responses to which may vary depending on the reader. However, it is crucial to recognize that Plato is not necessarily offering practical political advice here... The dialogue begins with Socrates and his interlocutors examining morality and immorality (or justice and injustice, depending on the translation). When Socrates faces the challenge of demonstrating that morality is desirable in itself—not merely as a disguise—the conversation digresses into the creation of an ideal community, serving as an analogy. In short, much of the work makes more sense when interpreted through the lens of psychological analogy. Plato introduces numerous groundbreaking ideas that engage and stimulate the mind... First is the concept of tripartite psychology, where he proposes that human mind consists of three parts: the rational, the passionate, and the desirous. It is fascinating to observe how he constructs a community to illustrate this division and discusses its political structure, which mirrors our 'Inner politics' . Therefore, the political theories in the book are best understood as analogies for the inner workings of the soul rather than as literal prescriptions. The metaphysical sections of the book include the infamous Cave Allegory, derived from Plato’s theory of Forms. While his metaphysical ideas are not easy to grasp, they reward careful contemplation, becoming more complex—and intriguing—the deeper one engages with them. Like it's famously said, "Plato is easy to read, difficult to understand". Plato also introduces and explores the concept of "Goodness" , candidly admitting through Socrates that he does not claim to fully understand it. Finally, the work presents Plato’s innovative political ideas, including the assertion that philosophers must be kings, and that the ideal ruler is the man who is least interested in ruling , thus he needs to be persuaded to do so. Plato’s contempt for democracy is evident, shaped by the Athenian system that condemned his beloved teacher to death. However, his criticisms of democracy are mind blowingly prophetic. His methods for raising guardians were particularly thought-provoking for me. Contemporary democracies rarely consider such rigorous preparation, yet Plato advocates for a ruling class of men trained through decades of strenuous study and testing. Rulership is the most important profession in a society and should unapologetically demand the highest levels of competence, discipline, and moral integrity from those who hold it. I must conclude with my usual critique of subpar below-average publishers like “Fingerprint Classics.” Their edition is essentially a direct copy of Benjamin Jowett’s translation from the late 1800s . Without contextual notes and guidance, average readers can easily miss much of the book’s richness. For works of such significance, choosing a reputable publisher is very very essential. I strongly recommend Oxford World’s Classics, whose edition by Robin Waterfield, a leading Platonist of this century, dramatically enhances comprehension and appreciation. I own copies from both publishers, and the difference in quality is truly eye‑opening. Cheers. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good *by K***R on 1 July 2026* Good to read. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Republic (Fingerprint Classics) - 1984: 75th Anniversary - Animal Farm: 75th Anniversary Edition --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/129643444-the-republic-by-plato-original-classic-greek-philosophy-book-political](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/129643444-the-republic-by-plato-original-classic-greek-philosophy-book-political) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-03*