Conversations Of Socrates (Penguin Classics) By Xenophon, Hugh Tredennick (Translator)

Conversations of Socrates by Xenophon offers a unique, vivid portrait of the legendary Greek philosopher through the eyes of his student. This Penguin Classics edition gathers four key works—Memorabilia, Apology, Symposium, and Oeconomicus—each illustrating Socrates’ wit, moral convictions, and practical wisdom. Hugh Tredennick’s translation captures the clarity and simplicity of Xenophon’s prose, making it accessible to modern readers while preserving the essence of Socratic dialogue. Ideal for those interested in philosophy, ethics, and classical thought.