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A History of Ideas: Philosopher Angie Hobbs on Plato's Philosopher Kings

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23/07/2015

Philosopher Angie Hobbs on Plato's Philosopher Kings

BBC Radio 4 - A History of Ideas, Philosopher Angie Hobbs on Plato's Philosopher Kings

Angie Hobbs asks if the ideal state would be run by philosophers not politicians.

Professor Angie Hobbs on Plato's argument that the ideal state would be run by philosophers rather than politicians.

Professor Angie Hobbs asks if the key to harmonious living could be found in Plato's Republic where he proposes that the ideal state be run by philosophers and not by those who seek power for their own ends.

Producer: Maggie Ayre.

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