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The exploration of Eros in Plato's philosophy reveals its profound significance, extending from the cosmic beginnings of the universe to the intricacies of human mortality. The author argues that Plato perceives the world through an erotic lens, emphasizing how this concept shapes understanding of existence and relationships. Through this lens, the book delves into the interconnectedness of desire, love, and the pursuit of beauty, highlighting Eros as a central theme in Plato's works.
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Plato's Erotic World, Jill Gordon
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- Released
- 2014
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- Title
- Plato's Erotic World
- Subtitle
- From Cosmic Origins to Human Death
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jill Gordon
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Released
- 2014
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 254
- ISBN13
- 9781107423572
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- The exploration of Eros in Plato's philosophy reveals its profound significance, extending from the cosmic beginnings of the universe to the intricacies of human mortality. The author argues that Plato perceives the world through an erotic lens, emphasizing how this concept shapes understanding of existence and relationships. Through this lens, the book delves into the interconnectedness of desire, love, and the pursuit of beauty, highlighting Eros as a central theme in Plato's works.