Course Description
A close reading and discussion of Plato’s short and early dialogue Laches, which is an exploration of courage. We will also compare other materials — perhaps some of what Aristotle has to say about the same topic.
Instructors: Bruce McMenomy and Karl Oles
Starts: June 14, 2024
Ends: August 9, 2024
Friday 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET
Tuition: $250.00
Prerequisites
None
Recommended background
Some familiarity with careful reading and philosophical thought is useful, but the dialogue itself should provide sufficient material.
Teacher's notes:
This is one of a sequence of Plato classes developed by Mr. Karl Oles and Dr. Bruce McMenomy.
Textbooks and Materials
This item is required:
Meno and Other Dialogues [Edition or Version: 1], Authors: Plato, Robin WaterfieldISBN: 0199555664
Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore
Other information: Try to get this edition: it will eliminate pointless disagreements about wording. Waterfield’s translations and notes are solid.
Members: Log in to enroll in courses.
Don’t have an account? Create one now to enroll.
Hosted on Interserver