Socrates

Socrates was one of the most famous classical Greek philosophers, known for being different from other great thinkers of his time. It is for this reason that he gained both lovers and critics. The paper explores the characteristics of this wise man a...

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Sophistry and Socrates: Similarities and Differences

Socrates found nothing in the sophists’ arguments concerning human affairs but the self-inflicted imaginary wisdom. In his view, reasonable and creative activity of an individual, as well as any positive personal development, are theoretically and ...

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Self-Reliance

“Self-Reliance” is a masterpiece written by Ralph Waldo Emerson, who was and still is considered as one of the greatest philosophers. Reading his works helps individuals to get the essence of personal development and carve the American individual...

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