The study examines the dialectic between a theory of interpretation as it is presented by the figures in the "Dialogues" and the practice of poetry interpretation as it is staged in Plato's fictitious conversations. Methodologically, the analysis draws on an historically-reflected hermeneutics of dialogue, paving the way to new insights into Plato's literary and philosophical self-image.
Author Biography
Hartmut Westermann is Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department of the Theological Faculty of the University of Lucerne.
