i know you shouldn’t compare philosophical books but this is up there with the most easily digestible & simple to understand. however, i aim his more at the memo section rather than protagoras. although both are interesting, the former exhibits a discussion & exploration of ideas rather than an argumentative debate. despite its interesting dive into the idea of hypocrisy in art forms, protagoras comes off as two intelligent but pretentious men (as all ancient philosophers are) just arguing the same points without coming to an all rounded conclusion on many themes that they discuss. on the other hand, the memo’s exploration of the existence of the soul & whether virtue stems from knowledge of divine intervention makes you feel as though you’re part of the discussion rather than witnessing it. if you’re interested in getting into ancient philosophy, i’d start with this as i wish i had done instead of going straight to aristotle’s politics. overall, it would’ve been a five stars for the meno but protagoras brought it down.