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Memorabilia

Pages
270
Published
371 BCE
Language
English

Synopsis

Xenophon's Memorabilia offers a unique glimpse into the final days of the philosopher Socrates. Through Xenophon's eyes, we see Socrates not as a tragic victim, but as a wise teacher and moral guide. This work serves as a defense of Socrates' character and teachings.

About the author

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Xenophon

Xenophon (Ancient Greek Ξενοφῶν, Xenophōn; Modern Greek Ξενοφών, Ksenofon; Ξενοφώντας, Ksenofontas; c. 431 – 354 BC), son of Gryllus, of the deme Erchia of Athens, also known as Xenophon of Athens, was a Greek historian, soldier, mercenary, and a contemporary and admirer of Socrates. He is known for his writings on the history of his own times, the 4th century BC, preserving the sayings of Socrates, and descriptions of life in ancient Greece and the Persian Empire.