Bertrand Russell; History of Western Philosophy, Chapter XIII: The Sources of Plato's Opinions
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It has always been correct to praise Plato, but not to understand him.
— Bertrand Russell on Plato
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Source: Wikiquote: "Plato" (Quotes about Plato: Sorted chronologically, M–R)
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About Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Arthur William Russell, 3rd Earl Russell (May 18, 1872 – February 2, 1970) was a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, and social critic. In 1950, he was awarded a Nobel Prize in Literature.
About Bertrand Russell
Bertrand Arthur William Russell, 3rd Earl Russell (May 18, 1872 – February 2, 1970) was a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, and social critic. In 1950, he was awarded a Nobel Prize in Literature.
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