Plato's Gorgias

Plato's Gorgias is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato. It is written in the form of a dialogue between Socrates and various other characters, and examines the nature of rhetoric, power, justice, and the nature of the soul. The dialogue is primarily concerned with the moral character of the rhetorician, Gorgias, and the nature of his art. Gorgias argues that rhetoric is the art of persuasion, while Socrates argues that it is merely a kind of deception. The dialogue also discusses the relationship between the soul and justice, and the importance of knowledge in making moral decisions. Ultimately, the dialogue concludes that rhetoric cannot be used for moral good.