Plato

Plato plāˈtō [key], 427?–347 b.c., Greek philosopher. Plato's teachings have been among the most influential in the history of Western civilization.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• Late Works
• Philosophical Themes and Mature Works
• Early Works
• Works and Philosophy
• Life
• Bibliography

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