Most books of spirituality are far removed from intellectualrigor, and most books of philosophy are as dry as old bones.This volume seeks to bridge the gap. The author inviteshis readers to view the modern world through philosophicaleyes as he relates Plato's words to issues such as friendship, human -rights, education, sexuality, bio-ethics and politics. Plato's words are quoted throughout the text; along withthose of other thinkers such as Origen, Aquinas, KingCharles I of England, Neitzche, Popper, Benedict XVI, andeven Voldemort - the villain of the Harry Potter books.