1 新视野大学英语(第三版)第一册课后翻译答案及原文 Unit 1 原文: Socrates was a classical Greek philosopher who is credited with laying the fundamentals (基础) of modern Western philosophy
He is a mysterious figure known chiefly through the accounts of later classical writers, especially the writings of his most famous student Plato
Socrates has become well known for his contribution to the field of ethics
His method of teaching, known as the Socratic Method, by asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking and to explain ideas remains a commonly used tool in a wide range of discussions
He also made important and lasting contributions to the field of epistemology (认识论) and logic, and the influence of his ideas and approach remains a strong foundation for Western philosophy that followed
Socrates was