"Christopher Taylor introduces the life and philosophy of Socrates, whose work has played a central role in shaping Western philosophical thinking for centuries. Examining what we can deduce about Socrates from the writings of his contemporaries (as he himself left none), Taylor traces the reception and influence of his thought to the modern day."-- Provided by publisher.

Previous edition: 1998.

Preface -- Acknowledgements -- List of illustrations -- Abbreviations -- Life -- Socratic literature and the Socratic problem -- Plato's Socrates -- Socrates and later philosophy -- The iconic Socrates.