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Charmides

by Plato · 64 pages

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A literal translation, allowing the simplicity and vigor of the Greek diction to shine through.

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Subject
philosophyhistory
Themes
morality
Setting
ancient historyancient greeceantiquitygreece
Audience
adult
Length
short · 64 pages

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