If your prime interest is in philosophy, take care not to get tangled up in works after works etc. Ingredients for a philosophy-building strategy . . .

(1) Decide the kinds of points you want made more today.

(2) Decide what of your beliefs might be put to the test (whom might have convincing arguments against you?)

(3) Decide on an interesting structure in history you think will guide you. Ie: A philosopher that taught a philosopher, etc; A nation from its tiny origins; A series of movements.

(4) Create a structure of knowledge for yourself from your structure in history.

If you feel Plato fits into this formula, decide where he might fit. It’s an interesting read if you have the time, and if it doesn’t stop you from what you could better be learning.