The Republic [Full Leather Binding]

Norwalk, Conn.: The Easton Press, 1980. [1980] Hardcover. AUTHENTIC LEATHER FINE BINDING - NOT THE CHEAPER COMPOSITE LEATHER, SIMULATED LEATHER, FACSIMILE, BOOK PRINTED ON-DEMAND, OR THE REGULAR TRADE CLOTH BINDING. Translated out of the Greek by Benjamin Jowett with his introduction analyses and summary and with medallions cut on wood by Fritz Kredel. Deep brown leather featuring lettering and design in 22kt gold leaf. All edges in beautiful gilt. Four raised ridges on back (spine), moiré fabric endpapers, archival-quality paper, Smyth-sewn pages (not glued), satin page marker, 622 pages. Condition: A few rubbed marks on the edges (from shelving), else Fine, new, in gift-giving condition. [Some books online have been read, but they are described as New. This book was never read.] Book kept in a temperature-controlled room; free of the smells of smoke from cigarettes or cigars. The Greek thinker Plato wrote virtually all his philosophical works in the form of dialogs, with Socrates being Plato's teacher. Because of the beauty of Plato's style, as well as the depth and range of his thought, the dialogs are considered masterpieces in literature. The book discusses and works out what must be sought in the state, since before justice can be found in the individual, it must be sought in the state. This is classic philosophical thought. A beautiful full leather fine binding. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly.. Leather. Fine. Illus. by Fritz Kredel.