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First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
4 Extra Debut. In May 399BC, the philosopher Socrates faced trial. His beloved Athens had turned on him. Read by Bettany Hughes. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
Socrates debates with the young men of Athens, suggesting that their future may lie in a simpler life of good. Read by Bettany Hughes. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
The young Socrates listens to the great thinkers of Athens and forms his own philosophical thoughts on life. Read by Bettany Hughes. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
War engulfed much of Socrates' life. Now a young man, he must take up his sword and fight for his beloved Athens. Show more
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First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra
The Spartans break down Athenian walls and Socrates is barred from associating with the city's youth. His card is marked. Read by Bettany Hughes. Show more
