A disenchanted journalist, a lucid historian, an American-born cattle-rancher, and other notable characters reiterate Plato's dialogues, but in an Argentine tone and while they enjoy a traditional Argentine barbecue. They pay homage to Argentina and, while they are at it, produce a unique guide to political culture. This book –solemn and humoristic, melancholy and full of hope– contains nearly all the possibilities in a discussion on Argentine identity and on the future of this country.