Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues by Iris Murdoch

Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues

Iris Murdoch

109 pages first pub 1986 (editions)

fiction philosophy play challenging reflective medium-paced
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Acastos: Two Platonic Dialogues is Murdoch’s philosophical masterpiece featuring fictionalized discussions between the intellectual giants of the classical world, including Socrates and Plato. Described by Acastos, a friend of Plato’s, the rivetin...

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Community Reviews Summary of 10 reviews

Moods

reflective 75%
challenging 50%
informative 50%
lighthearted 50%
funny 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 25%
slow 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | N/A: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.94

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