Homer And Socrates (1872)

Homer And Socrates is a book written by Alphonse de Lamartine in 1872. The book is a combination of historical fiction and philosophical discourse, exploring the lives and teachings of two of the most influential figures in ancient Greek history: Homer and Socrates.The book begins with a detailed account of the life and works of Homer, the legendary Greek poet and author of the epic poems The Iliad and The Odyssey. Lamartine delves into the historical context of Homer's life, exploring the political and cultural climate of ancient Greece during his time. He also examines the themes and symbolism present in Homer's epic poems, offering his own interpretations and insights into their meaning.The second half of the book focuses on the life and teachings of Socrates, the famous Greek philosopher and mentor of Plato. Lamartine explores Socrates' philosophy of ethics and morality, as well as his ideas on the nature of knowledge and truth. He also examines Socrates' role in the political and cultural life of ancient Athens, and the circumstances surrounding his trial and execution.Throughout the book, Lamartine draws upon his own experiences and observations as a philosopher and writer, offering his own insights and opinions on the lives and teachings of Homer and Socrates. The book is a fascinating exploration of two of the most important figures in ancient Greek history, and their enduring impact on Western civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.