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Book Synopsis: Plutarch's Lives, written at the beginning of the second century A.D., is a brilliant social history of the ancient world by one of the greatest biographers and moralists of all time. In what is by far his most famous and influential work, Plutarch reveals the character and personality of his subjects and how they led ultimately to tragedy or victory. Richly anecdotal and full of detail, Volume I contains profiles and comparisons of Romulus and Theseus, Numa and Lycurgus, Fabius and Pericles, and many more powerful figures of ancient Greece and Rome.
The present translation, originally published in 1683 in conjunction with a life of Plutarch by John Dryden, was revised in 1864 by the poet and scholar Arthur Hugh Clough, whose notes and preface are also included in this edition.
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Are you fascinated by ancient history? Do you want to dive deep into the lives of the most influential figures of ancient Greece and Rome? Look no further than Plutarch's Lives Volume 1 (Modern Library Classics). This exceptional book, written by the legendary Plutarch himself, provides a captivating social history of the ancient world.
Plutarch's Lives is hailed as one of the greatest works of biography and moral philosophy. Delve into the character and personality of remarkable individuals who shaped the course of history. Discover the driving forces behind their triumphs and tragedies, as Plutarch unravels the essence of each subject with meticulous detail.
Volume I of Plutarch's Lives showcases thought-provoking profiles and comparisons of prominent figures like Romulus and Theseus, Numa and Lycurgus, and Fabius and Pericles. Immerse yourself in the glory and the struggles of the ancient world's most influential leaders and statesmen. Feel their passion, witness their decisions, and learn from their mistakes.
Translated by the renowned scholar Arthur Hugh Clough, whose expertise is unparalleled, this edition of Plutarch's Lives Volume 1 ensures that the essence of the original text is preserved. Clough's notes and preface add a valuable layer of understanding to the timeless wisdom contained within these pages.
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