Plato’s Apology : The Ironic Defense of Socrates

The Ironic Defense of Socrates: Plato’s Apology by David M. Leibowitz is a study of how Plato’s Apology presents Socrates’ defense in a clever, ironic way.

Leibowitz argues that Socrates’ speech is not just about defending himself but about teaching the audience how to think critically and seek truth. Through irony, Socrates shows that real wisdom comes from recognizing one’s ignorance.

In short, the book explores how Plato uses irony to reveal the moral and philosophical depth behind Socrates’ words and his view of the good life and virtue.