How to Listen

In this engaging new translation of Plutarch’s classic essay, How to Listen, Jeffrey Beneker explores the vital skill of effective listening and its importance to learning and living well. Plutarch emphasizes that good listening forms the foundation of a fulfilling life, urging readers to acknowledge their ignorance, set aside pride and distractions, and focus on substance over style. Filled with insightful advice, the work encourages the cultivation of listening skills essential for intellectual growth and respectful dialogue.