The essays in Political Philosophy and the Human Soul demonstrate that every one of the classics of the Western tradition, whether one agrees with their various conclusions or not, is either an awe-inspiring piece of artistry or an instruction in some ofthe eternal verities of human existence. And some, like the Republic, are both. As such, they are worth study, and those who come in contact with them almost inevitably come out with either the appreciation that they have experienced great art or a belief that they have learned something about eternal truths. In either case, Strauss, Bloom, and those who agree with their understanding of "liberal education as a counterpoison to mass culture" will be pleased. So too the contributors to this anthology should also be pleased. By devoting their essays to texts familiar to most of the Western world, and by keeping their essays under thirty pages but nonetheless profound, the contributors have made Political Philosophy and the Human Soul a collection that is accessible to undergraduates yet interesting and enlightening to those learned in the "great books." In sum Political Philosophy and the Human Soul duly serves its designed purpose. As such, it is a fitting tribute to Bloom and his ability as a teacher.

A remarkable collection of essays worthy of the outstanding teacher they honor.