All the Classics - Part 1

Join us on Beyond the Text for part one of All the Classics with your host, Samuel Woodall. In this episode, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Plato, exploring 'Crito' and 'The Republic', Book One. Dive into contractarianism, justice, and the essence of the "good life" as we navigate the intricate interplay between ethics and governance. Discover how these ancient ideas continue to shape our understanding of society and morality. Tune in for a captivating journey through the annals of intellectual history.<br/><br/>Part two of the episode, concerning Confucius' Analects and the intellectual period known as the "Axial Age", will be coming later this week.