A new translation of the complete works of Plato – soon to be published
NewsAfter much anticipation, the translation of the complete works of Plato by Dr David Horan will be published in the second part of 2025. The completed translations of all 33 dialogues are now with the publisher undergoing final proofing and revision. The works will be published in a 2-volume hardback book at an affordable price for use by scholars and the general public alike. There is also a limited edition of 250 copies which will be signed by the translator and come in a presentation box. It will include a specially commissioned piece of calligraphy with a quote from Plato’s 7th Epistle. You can reserve your copy now by going on to the website of the Foundation for Platonic Studies
An earlier version of the translation of the complete works of Plato by Dr David Horan has been freely available online for a few years now. This is an invaluable resource, making access to the works of Plato as easy as it has ever been. The online version was used by over 30,000 people last year. One user of the site wrote to Dr Horan to say:
I just wanted to say that your translation of the Divine Plato is an incomparable Beauty. No other translation I have read has such a beautiful use of the English language as yours. The flow of the dialogue is natural and easy. I love it. And as far as accuracy I can only compare it to the famous literal ones, and yours is just perfect….