Socrates vs. the Written Word (2011)

The article 'Socrates vs. the Written Word' from 2011 explores the famous Platonic dialogue where Socrates argues that written words are inferior to spoken words. In the dialogue, Socrates claims that written words are unable to engage in a two-way conversation, are open to misinterpretation, and lack the nuance of spoken language. He also suggests that writing is a form of 'sophistry' that can be used to deceive others. The article discusses how this idea is still relevant today, with the rise of digital communication and social media.