Plato is perhaps one of the figures whose name is identified with the field of philosophy itself. Although some of his ideas have caused great controversy, most philosophical authorities and popular opinion do agree that he is one of the best minds that Western civilization has ever been blessed with. Following the footsteps of his teacher Socrates, Plato has dedicated almost his entire life working hard in the field of philosophy. He was born and raised in an Athenian aristocratic family and thus it can be assumed that he enjoyed good education from a very young age. …
