The framing narrative in this work consists of an elaboration of a definition of justice as "what is advantageous to the stronger." It tells the legend of Gyges, who takes ove
The framing narrative in this work consists of an elaboration of a definition of justice as "what is advantageous to the stronger." It tells the legend of Gyges, who takes over a kingdom after finding a ring that grants its wearer invisibility. Totalitarian aspects of this book include its advocacy of holding women and children in common, censorship of the arts and literature, and rule by Philosopher Kings. It clarifies its author's theory of the forms using the Allegory of the Cave. For 10 points, name this work by Plato that attempts to describe the ideal city.
The framing narrative in this work consists of an elaboration of a definition of justice as "what is advantageous to the stronger.
The Republic [or Plato's Republic; or Politeia]