Socrates in Love

Explore the enigmatic life of Socrates in this innovative biography that sheds new light on the philosopher's formative journey. Classicist Armand D'Angour uncovers the passions and motivations that transformed Socrates into the first and greatest philosopher. With neglected sources, D'Angour reveals the identity of the woman who inspired Socrates to pursue a new way of thinking about existence, presenting a figure of Socrates that has never been seen before — a heroic warrior, an athletic wrestler and dancer, and a passionate lover.