The Trial and Death of Socrates: Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, and Phaedo

Considered one of the most influential writings in Western philosophy, the account of the Trial and Death of Socrates is described in a series of four of the most famous dialogues in the world. Plato presents the argument for defining 'piety' in Euthyphro, the defense of Socrates' teachings in Apology, Socrates response to the ruling in Crito, and the depiction of his death in Phaedo.