Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues by Iris Murdoch

Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues

Iris Murdoch

109 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction philosophy play challenging reflective medium-paced
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Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues by Iris Murdoch is a challenging and intellectually stimulating read that will captivate readers who crave philosophical debates, are drawn to the timeless wisdom of ancient thinkers, and are eager to engage with profound discussions on the nature of goodness and faith.

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Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues is Murdoch’s philosophical masterpiece featuring fictionalized discussions between the intellectual giants of the classical world, including Socrates and Plato. Described by Acastos, a friend of Plato’s, the rivetin...

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3.77
based on 12 reviews

Moods

reflective: 75%

challenging: 50%

informative: 50%

lighthearted: 50%

funny: 25%

relaxing: 25%


Pace

25% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
25% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

66% of readers chose Character
33% of readers chose N/A
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

50% of readers chose Complicated
50% of readers chose No
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

100% of readers chose Complicated
Complicated

Diverse cast of characters?

100% of readers chose No
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

50% of readers chose Yes
50% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

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