Gesammelte Schriften

Konrad Gaiser (1929-1988) was a prominent interpreter of Plato in the latter half of the 20th century, also contributing original interpretations of other authors such as Thucydides, Xenophon, Menander, and Philodemus. This collection gathers his most significant shorter works, excluding those focused on Greek Comedy, spanning nearly three decades. Gaiser’s Platonic studies reveal the crucial role of mathematics and the oral theory of principles in understanding the dialogues, often in surprising and illuminating ways. He addresses a remarkable variety of hermeneutical, philological, and philosophical issues with clarity and readability. His interpretations present a coherent image of Plato as both a poet and an open-minded metaphysical thinker. Gaiser's methodological rigor and insightful reflections on diverse topics promise to inspire future research and deepen our understanding of classical thought.