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 Plato Πλάτων Plátōn (c. 427 BC – c. 347 BC ) was an immensely influential classical Greek philosopher, student of Socrates , teacher of Aristotle , writer of philosophical dialogues, and founder of the Academy in Athens . Contents 1 Menexenus... 
 
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Plato | | Birth Date: |
May 21, 427 B.C. | | Death Date: |
January 14, 347 B.C. | | Place of Birth: |
Athens, Greece | | Place of Death: |
Athens, Greece | | Nationality: |
Greek | | Gender: |
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 Biography of Plato
1,012 words, approx. 3 pages
One of the best known and most influential philosophers of all time, Plato has been admired for thousands of years as a teacher, writer, and student. His interests and knowledge were wide and varied, including science, mathematics, and poetry. Plato... summary from source:
 Biography of Plato
557 words, approx. 2 pages
Plato, known as perhaps the greatest of all the ancient Greek philosophers and educators, was more interested in moral rather than natural (or scientific) philosophy. Nevertheless, he made many important contributions to the philosophy of mathematics... summary from source:
 Biography of Plato
13,768 words, approx. 46 pages
 Plato stands at the center of philosophical thought in the ancient world. He was the first person to approach philosophical issues systematically, but it was the genius with which he treated those issues that made his thought so influential. Virtually...
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 Plato Summary
648 words, approx. 2 pages427-348? B.C. Greek Philosopher Although Plato himself did not contribute substantial works directly to science and mathematics, his philosophy and methods of education heavily influenced developments in these fields for many centuries. Many of his... summary from source:
Plato Summary
135 words, approx. 1 pagesc. 428-c. 348 B.C. One of the most influential of ancient Greek philosophers and a student of Socrates. He Founded the Academy, a school of higher education that lasted nearly 1,000 years. Aristotle studied there for nearly 20 years. Plato wrote many... summary from source:
 Plato (428/427 Bce–337/336 Bce) Summary
20,568 words, approx. 69 pagesPlato(428/427 Bce–337/336 Bce) The philosopher Plato was born to an aristocratic Athenian family. His father Ariston was said to be descended from the legendary King Codrus; the family of his mother Perictione was prominent in more historical... summary from source:
 Plato Summary
6,031 words, approx. 20 pagesPLATO. Plato (c. 428–348 BCE), a Greek philosopher and founder of the Athenian Academy, was an Athenian citizen of high birth who grew up during the Peloponnesian War (431–404 BCE). He was a member of the circle of young men who... summary from source:
 Plato Information
10,452 words, approx. 35 pages
PLATO was one of the first generalized Computer assisted instruction systems, originally built by the University of Illinois and later taken over by Control Data Corporation (CDC), who provided the machines it ran on. PLATO ran for many years at the...
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 Perspectives on Political Science Chasing Plato?
09/22/2007: 2,148 words, approx. 7 pages Abstract: Patrick Deneen's Democratic Faith is a timely discussion of our need to question our faith in democracy. As friends of democracy, we must examine it closely if we are to defend it. While the author agrees with Deneen's general argument, he takes issue... summary from source:
ASEE Prism Falling for Plato
10/01/2003: 333 words, approx. 1 pages While studying for her bachelor's degree in applied mathematics, Yvonne Yancey stumbled across Plato. Yancey, a senior in the college of engineering and applied science at the University of Colorado at Boulder, discovered the seminal philosopher's work in the Herbst Program of Humanities. Reading... summary from source:
 AP News Woman says she was forced to remove bra
10/5/2007: 511 words, approx. 2 pagesA woman says security workers forced her to remove her bra before she was allowed entry into a federal courthouse. "I was embarrassed and humiliated," Lori Plato said Wednesday. "I am a modest person and I know that I am not the first woman this... summary from source:
AP News Woman told to ditch bra to enter court
10/5/2007: 297 words, approx. 1 pagesSecurity guards refused to allow a woman into a federal courthouse until she removed a bra that triggered a metal detector.Lori Plato said she and her husband, Owen Plato, were stunned when U.S. Marshals Service employees asked her to remove her bra after the underwire...
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 Essay Grade: 96%Plato's Concept of Philosopher-kings
2,574 words, approx. 9 pages
Plato wrote that "Society originates because the individual is not self-sufficient and no two of us is born exactly alike." These two assumptions are the basis for Plato's ideal society, in which different persons specialize in different skills. Plato proposed that philosophers are the right candidates to assume the responsibility of ruling the society, for he assumes only the philosophers have the wherewithal to perceive and work toward the society's common good while avoiding influence from wo summary from source:
Essay Grade: 86%Transition Into Indifference
2,488 words, approx. 8 pages
Describes how three philosophers; Plato, Fernando Savater, and Pierre Hadot explain an individuals transition from a particular and personal frame of mind, into one of universal nature. summary from source:
Essay Grade: 96%The Evolving Role of Poetry and the Poet
2,401 words, approx. 8 pages
Describes ancient Greek philosophers Plato's and Aristotle's views on poetry and the poet. Explores each philosopher's opinion on diction, mechanics, plot and character structure, and imitation.
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