Socrates' Request and the Educational Narrative of the Timaeus

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The book explores the connection between Timaeus's cosmology and Socrates' inquiry into war, emphasizing the importance of education in understanding the medical aspects of Timaeus' physics. Charles Ives delves into the philosophical pursuit of becoming god-like and highlights the role of the philosophical soul in achieving success in warfare, offering a unique perspective on the interplay between philosophy, education, and the ethics of conflict.