Homer And Socrates (1872)

Homer and Socrates is a book written by Alphonse de Lamartine and first published in 1872. The book is a collection of essays that explore the lives and works of two of the most significant figures in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, Homer and Socrates. In the first section of the book, Lamartine delves into the life and works of Homer, the legendary poet who is credited with writing the epic poems, The Iliad and The Odyssey. He examines the impact of Homer's writing on Greek culture and explores the themes and characters in his works. In the second section of the book, Lamartine turns his attention to Socrates, the philosopher who is known for his method of questioning and his search for truth and wisdom. He explores Socrates' philosophy and examines his influence on later thinkers such as Plato and Aristotle. Throughout the book, Lamartine provides his own insights and interpretations of the works of Homer and Socrates, drawing on his own knowledge of Greek culture and literature. The book is a fascinating exploration of two of the most important figures in ancient Greek history and their enduring impact on Western thought and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.