Plato's Philosopher Kings

A History of Ideas animations by BBC

Jul 30, 201501:30Society & Culture

Plato thought leaders should be specially trained philosophers chosen because they were incorruptible and had a deeper knowledge of reality. Narrated by Aidan Turner.

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