Statesman, Plato
Statesman, Plato
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Statesman
Leadership, Politics, and the Art of Rule – Plato’s Vision of the Ideal Statesman

Author: Plato, Tim Zengerink

Narrator: Zeek Ring

Unabridged: 2 hr 19 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/22/2025


Synopsis

What if the best ruler was the one you’d never notice?In Statesman, Plato moves past the question of what law is—and asks who is truly fit to rule. Through the philosophical dialogue between Socrates’ companions and the Eleatic Stranger, we are taken on an intricate journey into political thought: the role of knowledge in leadership, the tension between law and judgment, and the rare individual capable of weaving justice into the fabric of society.This modern audiobook adaptation captures the intellectual richness of Plato’s original while offering a clear and compelling experience for today’s listeners.What you’ll discover inside:• The philosophical foundation of true political authority and leadership• Why Plato believes wisdom—not popularity—is the mark of the true ruler• The famous weaving analogy: blending gentleness and courage into the soul of the statesman• A clear and modern translation that reveals the relevance of Statesman to today’s worldStep beyond politics as usual and explore a vision of leadership guided by reason, character, and justice.

About Plato

Plato (427-347 B.C.) was a classical Greek philosopher, mathematician, writer, and student of Socrates. Most of his works, which form some of the core foundations of Western philosophy, are written in the form of dialogues, in which Socrates often figures prominently. His best-known writings include the Republic, the Apology, the Symposium, Crito, and Statesman. Plato's work addresses such diverse themes as the nature of love, human knowledge and understanding, and the ideal form of government.


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