Agathon

Agathon

Country

Greece

Birth - Death

450 -390 BC

Occupation

Writer, Poet

Description

Dramatist, poet and writer of tragedies. Appears in writing of Plato. Known for his extraordinary physical beauty. Notable plays include Aerope, Telephos, and Anthos.

See Also

• Greek Philosophers and their LGBTQ Scholars

Further Reading/Research

• https://www.britannica.com/biography/Agathon
• http://www.gradesaver.com/symposium-by-plato/study-guide/summary-the-speech-of-agathon-and-socrates-questions-agathon

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