Four Texts on Socrates: Plato's "Euthyphro", "Apology of Socrates", and "Crito" and Aristophanes' "Clouds"

Here is what I am looking for when I am reading Plato:1. Quality of translation: I prefer readibility over beauty.2. In-depth introduction to the dialogue (see for example: Allan Bloom's essay in his translation of the Republic).3. Great footnote, meaning, it must go beyond the meaning of the word.4. Great bibliography.This book excels in #1 and #4, but lacking on the interpretive essay and footnote. The essay opened with a promising argument that we do not today pay enough attention to rational thinking, but unfortunately it does not go far enough in linking this to the dialogues. The essays are disappointingly brief. It reads likes those text you would find in a newspaper's book-review. I do, however, appreciate the inclusion of Aristophanes' Clouds and the author has done a decent job in putting that in to the context of the trial.On the footnote side: the footnote only explains the meaning of the original Greek words. I expect some historical, or cultural backgrounds notes.

Used for my phil class. Great book

Great translation, true to the Greek

This book was so much more than I expected! I was a novice when it came to this subject matter, and now I'm exited to go deeper into philosophy!

OK

The book came on time and was as expected!

great intro explanation of the text and easy to read text

While this book contains some excellent texts I feel it was lacking in historical commentary or contextual data that would be helpful for a philosophy student, especially if you're looking for guidance as to where to go for additional information.

All perfect as usual

my son is extremely happy to have his text for his class! thankyou

Good

Very happy!