Apology
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy, dialogue
Author guide
Plato
Plato writes philosophy as drama and dialogue. Socrates is often the central speaker, but the arguments develop through setting, character, myth, interruption, and unanswered questions as well as through formal claims.
Where to start with Plato
Begin with Apology, then follow the suggested sequence below as your interest grows.
Start with ApologySuggested reading order
Books by Plato
Symposium
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy, dialogue
The Republic
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy
Meno
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy / dialogue
Gorgias
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy / dialogue
Phaedrus
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy / dialogue
Phaedo
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy / dialogue
Timaeus
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy / dialogue
Laws
Plato · Ancient · Philosophy / dialogue
Reading context
The cataloged works span Philosophy, Philosophy, dialogue, Philosophy / dialogue. Follow the linked era, genre, and subject pages to place them alongside other works in the collection.