--- product_id: 527985922 title: "Republic - Classics , The (Fingerprint Classics)" price: "175 kr" currency: DKK in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/527985922-republic-classics-the-fingerprint-classics store_origin: DK region: Denmark --- # Republic - Classics , The (Fingerprint Classics) **Price:** 175 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Republic - Classics , The (Fingerprint Classics) - **How much does it cost?** 175 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/527985922-republic-classics-the-fingerprint-classics) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The Republic by Plato is a timeless dialogue that examines the meaning of justice, the structure of the ideal state, and the nature of truth and knowledge. As Socrates leads the conversation, readers are drawn into profound discussions that remain astonishingly relevant even today. With enduring allegories like the Cave and the tripartite theory of the soul, The Republic isn’t just political philosophy, it’s a guide to living a meaningful life. A blueprint for justice, truth, and the ideal society. Explore the foundations of political thought and ethical philosophy. Delve into powerful allegories like the Cave and the divided line. Reflect on personal justice and the soul's structure. Engage with Socratic reasoning through rich, thought-provoking dialogue. Discover the roots of democracy, education, and leadership. Perfect For Philosophy enthusiasts and classic literature lovers. Students of politics, ethics, and human behavior. Readers seeking mental stimulation and timeless truths. Lessons for Modern Times Relevance of truth and justice in today’s political climate. Importance of reasoned debate and ethical governance. Role of education in shaping responsible citizens. Review: A must-read - Reading Plato’s Republic felt less like reading a story and more like having a long conversation that keeps pulling you into bigger questions. Some ideas are fascinating, some are frustrating, and a few are honestly unsettling, but that’s part of what makes the book stick with you. It constantly asks what justice really means, whether people are naturally good, and what kind of society humans would build if reason actually guided it. What surprised me most is how modern parts of it still feel. Even though it was written thousands of years ago, the discussions about power, education, politics, and manipulation still connect to the world today. I didn’t agree with everything Plato argued, but the book succeeds because it forces you to think instead of just passively reading. The HarperCollins edition was also a great choice for this kind of book. I really like their pocket-sized classics because they’re affordable, easy to carry around, and don’t feel intimidating. For philosophy especially, that smaller format somehow makes dense reading feel more approachable. Republic is definitely not a light read, but it’s one of those books that stays in your head long after you finish it. Review: Translation excellent - Great, concise translation of Plato 's Republic 👌. Great deal. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #61,551 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #56 in Ancient Greek & Roman Philosophy #70 in Individual Philosophers (Books) #1,048 in Classic Literature & Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 5,868 Reviews | ## Images ![Republic - Classics , The (Fingerprint Classics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OpRmCPo6L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must-read *by R***O on May 15, 2026* Reading Plato’s Republic felt less like reading a story and more like having a long conversation that keeps pulling you into bigger questions. Some ideas are fascinating, some are frustrating, and a few are honestly unsettling, but that’s part of what makes the book stick with you. It constantly asks what justice really means, whether people are naturally good, and what kind of society humans would build if reason actually guided it. What surprised me most is how modern parts of it still feel. Even though it was written thousands of years ago, the discussions about power, education, politics, and manipulation still connect to the world today. I didn’t agree with everything Plato argued, but the book succeeds because it forces you to think instead of just passively reading. The HarperCollins edition was also a great choice for this kind of book. I really like their pocket-sized classics because they’re affordable, easy to carry around, and don’t feel intimidating. For philosophy especially, that smaller format somehow makes dense reading feel more approachable. Republic is definitely not a light read, but it’s one of those books that stays in your head long after you finish it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Translation excellent *by M***D on February 10, 2026* Great, concise translation of Plato 's Republic 👌. Great deal. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Essential Philosophical Reading *by J***E on January 24, 2026* Bought the hardcover, it's wrapped in nice pliable leather or faux-leather, the design you see in the product image is stamped into the front. The pages are not cut to length so you get the bumps where the groups of pages are bound. Overall surprisingly nice construction for the price. The translation is fine as long as you're capable of reading older Bible translations or similarly dated texts, I would personally prefer it this way rather than an overly simplified translation that loses the prose of the original. As far as Plato's own writing is concerned, I found his style of argumentation unconvincing, often relying on chains of equivalencies to prove his points, in many cases the end point has little or nothing to do with the beginning. With that said, I did find myself agreeing with a great deal of what he said, just not because of the way he argued the points. The influence of his work is obvious, I found that I was already subconsciously familiar with most of the concepts he presents through my time debating and reading essays written by my peers. To call this work "essential reading" would be a gross understatement, it has as much influence on modern thought as the Gospel or other well known works. ## 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.dk/products/527985922-republic-classics-the-fingerprint-classics](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/527985922-republic-classics-the-fingerprint-classics) --- *Product available on Desertcart Denmark* *Store origin: DK* *Last updated: 2026-06-07*