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About Plato
Ancient Greek philosopher and founder of the Academy in Athens. He shaped Western thought through his dialogues, exploring justice, virtue, and the nature of reality. His works, including *The Republic* and *Symposium*, remain foundational to ethics, politics, and metaphysics.
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Books by Plato
The Republic
His best-known dialogue.