Plato has the reputation for being difficult, particularly among modern readers outside philosophical circles. This volume appraoches Plato's works from a completely different perspective. Assuming some prior knowledge of Plato, Quincy presents `condensed' translations of parts of the texts, revealing the central arguments, while omitting his `mind-numbing' garnishes and `absurdities'. The extracts are translated into very readable English, with no notes (except for occasional historical notes) and are sometimes introduced by a brief discussion that sets the scene, turning these dialogues into dramatic pieces, full of context.