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The Paradoxes of Socrates: Wisdom, Social Skills, and Self-Understanding

Socrates, often heralded as the pillar of Western philosophy, remains an enigma wrapped in a series of contradictions known as paradoxes. One of the most complex philosophical figures, Socrates captivates through tales of his brilliance, while simultaneously surprising us with his apparent lack of social intelligence and awareness of prevailing sentiments around him. Engaging with the works of historians like Emily Wilson and the critiques laid out in books such as "The Trial of Socrates," it becomes evident that a Steelman case against Socrates reveals a deeper understanding of both the philosopher and the society in which he dwelt.