We shall read together the Theaetetus and the Sophist by Plato. These works explore the question: What does it mean to be wise, to possess knowledge? And, is truth something real, or is it relative, just a matter of belief or opinion? Plato writes philosophy in dramatic form, using his mentor Socrates as a character in discussion with another person. This use of dialogue to express philosophy enables us to take in profound and complex ideas bit by bit. The roles of Socrates and his interlocutor will be taken on each week by class members, reading the parts. I shall provide a running analysis and facilitate group discussion. We will use the Cambridge University Press "Theaetetus and Sophist" translated by Christopher Rowe. (The CUP bookshop gives you a discount as a U3AC member.)