Rep. V.473c11-d6) I. INTRODUCTION

1 Functions of ancient kings 6 1 Kingship, Classical Greece and Republican Rome 10 1 Philosopher-kings and assorted wise rulers 14 2 Plato’s Dream 19 1 Early dialogues and the “royal craft” of politics 21 1 Guardians and demiurges: Republic, Timaeus and Critias 23 1 The direct rule of God: Statesman 32 ................
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