PLATO: Greatest Contributor to Philosophy A report about Plato's contributions to the development of philosophy. It covers his Academy, Dialogues, and his student Aristotle.

The Greatest Contributor to Philosophy Plato was born into an established and wealthy Athenian household, which gave him a political background, as well as many political connections. Because of these connections, he was given the opportunity and privilege to see numerous people, places, and situations. Such circumstances gave Plato wisdom and experience, which he reflected upon and shared with others from his society. It is believed that Plato, student of Socrates, was one of the …

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