Allan Bloom was an American philosopher and essayist, celebrated for his advocacy of "Great Books" education. He gained renown for his critique of contemporary American higher education, articulating his views in his bestselling book.
"From Silicon Valley boardrooms to rural communes to academic philosophy departments, a seemingly inconceivable idea is being seriously discussed: that the end of humanity's reign on earth is imminent, and that we should welcome it"--
An erudite and accessible survey of Jewish life and culture in the twentieth century, as reflected in seminal texts.
Taking the classical view that the political shapes man's consciousness, Allan Bloom considers Shakespeare as a profoundly political Renaissance dramatist. Shakespeare's work is once again seen as a recognized source for the serious study of moral and political problems.
A collection of moving and meditative poems that richly evoke a Gen X childhood in Los Angeles, exploring how our early recognitions shape our lives.
A model for the ideal state includes discussion of the nature and application of justice, the role of the philosopher in society, the goals of education, and the effects of art upon character.
A literary critic's journey through the Talmud.
How higher education has failed democracy and impoverished the souls of today's students.
Focusing on the intricacies of tragedy, this new translation of Aristotle's On Poetics by Seth Benardete and Michael Davis aims to capture the depth of Aristotle's original text. The translators emphasize the importance of a literal interpretation, revealing the complexities and nuances in Aristotle's arguments. This work not only explores the composition of tragedy but also stands out as a significant literary piece, inviting readers to reconsider their understanding of its themes and intentions.
The recent work of this New York-based artist who works with extraordinary painterly and calligraphic artistic detail.
Long regarded as the most accurate rendering of Plato's Republic that has yet been published, this widely acclaimed work is the first strictly literal translation of a timeless classic. This second edition includes a new introduction by Professor Bloom, whose careful translation and interpretation of The Republic was first published in 1968. In addition to the corrected text itself there is also a rich and valuable essay—as well as indexes—which will better enable the reader to approach the heart of Plato's intention.
