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title: "The Republic of Plato"
brand: "allan bloom, adam kirsch"
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# The Republic of Plato

**Brand:** allan bloom, adam kirsch
**Price:** 352 kr
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- **What is this?** The Republic of Plato by allan bloom, adam kirsch
- **How much does it cost?** 352 kr with free shipping
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The definitive translation of Plato's Republic
, the most influential text in the history of Western philosophy. “To read The Republic as Bloom means it to be read is to question everything we think we know about government, politics, the best human life, and the nature of truth.” ―Adam Kirsch, from the introduction A cornerstone of Western thought, The Republic remains an unmatched exploration of justice in which lofty ideals collide with the practicalities of human existence. Just as the ancient city-states grappled with the notion of virtue and the proper role of the citizen, so too do we today face profound questions about our own society and its values. In this masterful translation by Allan Bloom, readers encounter Plato's timeless insights with clarity and vigor. And whether you’re approaching this seminal text for the first time or the fiftieth, Bloom’s insightful commentary provides a deeper understanding of Plato’s philosophical arguments. The Republic of Plato invites you to engage with the eternal struggle to define justice and the nature of human flourishing. "No one else has even come close to balancing Bloom’s fidelity to Greek with intelligible English prose. Add a lengthy, provocative interpretive essay and extensive textual notes, and one could almost be forgiven for playfully referring to the book as Bloom’s Republic." -
National Review

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Dimensions | 6.4 x 1.75 x 9.35 inches |
| Edition | 3rd |
| Isbn 10 | 0465094082 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0465094080 |
| Item Weight | 1.2 pounds |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 528 pages |
| Publication Date | November 22, 2016 |
| Publisher | Basic Books |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best translation of the Republic ... for scholars
*by  on Reviewed in the United States January 18, 2021*

Faithful translation. Outstanding notes. But Shorey? Jowett? Others? They may be more readily available, cheaper (free?), but they are NOT better, or even as good. I am the kind of person who wants a consistent translation of all words. If a word can be translated in two different ways based on the context, then say so in a foot or end note. OK, so you may not like the Strauss school (I believe Bloom studied with Leo Strauss), big deal. But if you want a hard bound copy of the Republic to put on your living room book shelf, then this will do fine. It will impress people who have never read Plato ... and probably wouldn't understand him if they did.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality products!!!
*by  on Reviewed in the United States February 26, 2026*

Great seller!! Great product, mint condition!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Translation of the Republic
*by  on Reviewed in the United States February 8, 2025*

Very readable translation of The Republic. I had borrowed a copy from a colleague several years ago, and kept it for years. Finally decided to get my own copy.

## Frequently Bought Together

- The Republic of Plato
- Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics
- Four Texts on Socrates: Plato's "Euthyphro", "Apology of Socrates", and "Crito" and Aristophanes' "Clouds"

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