More about Plato

For some more recommended Plato and general philosophy-related reading. Updated regularly.

Articles

An engaging introduction to Plato and his context from Alain de Botton at the School of Life

‘A non-philosopher’s guide to Plato’ including interesting thoughts about Plato and art

Are there secret messages hidden in Plato?

Websites

ThoughtCo: Great little summaries of some of Plato’s dialogues and major ideas as well as other bits of philosophy

Myths Retold: All the Greek myths (and more) re-written in hilarious (and gloriously rude) style

Perseus at Tufts University: A fantastic resource and place to read all the classics texts, Plato included

Books

Plato: A Very Short Introduction (Julia Annas) is a really engaging intro from one of the foremost academic philosophers working in ancient philosophy

The Dream of Reason (Anthony Gottlieb) has exellent sections on Socrates, Plato and Aristotle as well as all the pre-Socratics.

Videos

Plato from the School of Life

Plato on philosopher kings from the BBC/Open University

General philosophy blogs

Philosophy Bro: Legendary summaries of great works in philosophy (including bits of Plato and others) done in a funny and engaging way

Escaping Plato’s Cave: an engaging philosophy blog with articles about Plato and others