# The Republic of Plato

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- Book: [The Republic of Plato](https://www.bookquiver.com/allan-bloom/the-republic-of-plato) ([The Republic of Plato.md](https://www.bookquiver.com/allan-bloom/the-republic-of-plato.md))
- Authors: [Allan Bloom](https://www.bookquiver.com/allan-bloom), [Adam Kirsch](https://www.bookquiver.com/adam-kirsch)
- Publisher: basic_books
- ISBN: 978-04-6509-408-0
- Published: 2016-11-22
- Language: en_GB
- Binding: Softcover

## Description

Long regarded as the most accurate rendering of Plato's Republic that has yet been published, this widely acclaimed work is the first strictly literal translation of a timeless classic. In addition to the annotated text, there is also a rich and valuable essay,as well as indices,which will better enable the reader to approach the heart of Plato's intention. This new edition includes a new introduction by acclaimed critic Adam Kirsch, setting the work in its intellectual context for a new generation of readers.