This volume presents two significant dialogues by Plato: "Cratylus" and "Theaetetus." In "Cratylus," Plato explores the philosophy of language, investigating the relationship between words and their meanings. The dialogue examines whether names are arbitrarily assigned or if they possess an inherent correctness reflecting the true nature of the objects they represent. "Theaetetus" delves into epistemology, questioning the nature of knowledge itself. Through a series of probing discussions, Plato considers various definitions of knowledge and challenges conventional understanding. Edited by Karl Friedrich Hermann, this edition offers invaluable insights into Plato's philosophical inquiries, providing readers with a deeper understanding of ancient Greek thought and its enduring relevance to contemporary philosophical debates.

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