Apology by Plato is an essential dialogue that explores the trial of Socrates. It offers a deep insight into the life and thought of Socrates, as well as a discussion of the nature of philosophy and the importance of pursuing knowledge. In this work, Plato recounts Socrates' defense of himself against his accusers, and his conviction of impiety and corruption of the youth by the court. He argues for the importance of philosophy as a way of life, and for the superiority of the philosopher's life over that of the ordinary man. Through this work, Plato reveals the importance of the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, and the need for individuals to pursue their own paths of understanding. Plato's Apology is a timeless classic and a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy and the history of Western thought.

This new edition is based on the 1892 translation by Benjamin Jowett (1817-1893) of Plato's classic work. This is a reading edition and does not include the scholarly Stephanus numberings.

Plato (428-348 BCE) was a renowned philosopher, mathematician, and writer of Ancient Greece. He is widely considered to be one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Western philosophy, and his works have been studied for over two millennia. Plato's writings explored topics such as justice, beauty, and virtue, and he is credited with founding the Academy of Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. He is best known for his dialogues, which featured characters such as Socrates and discussed subjects such as metaphysics and ethics. Plato's writings have had a profound impact on Western thought, and his ideas are still debated and discussed today. He was a student of Socrates, and his works were largely shaped by Socrates' teachings. Plato's legacy lives on in the form of his works, which continue to inspire and influence scholars and thinkers across the world.