Simon Critchley. Socrates Against the Tragedians. 2011

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Critchley contrasts Socratic philosophy with tragic poets, examining competing claims to truth and wisdom. A 52-minute lecture on the philosophical rivalry between Socrates and tragedy.

A 52-minute video from European Graduate School Video Lectures: “Simon Critchley. Socrates Against the Tragedians. 2011”.

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