Inspired by the personal conversations I had with Michael before his death in the Spring of 2024.
Sugrue’s comparative analysis of Aristotle’s and Plato’s views on friendship. Insights from the Dialogues: Different kinds of friendships (Lysis, 207d-210a). Chance and Fate: Friendship as both chance and choice in the ancient world.
Sugrue’s interpretation of the link between knowledge and virtue. Insights from the Dialogues: True knowledge as a foundation for virtue (Protagoras, 352a-360d). Chance and Fate: The idea of calculated moves in ancient board games as a metaphor for virtuous action.
