Plutarchos Livres

This selection of ten Lives traces the history of Hellenistic Greece from the rise of Macedon and Alexander's conquest of the Persian empire to the arrival of the Romans. Plutarch's biographies of eminent politicians, rulers, and soldiers combine vivid portraits of their subjects with a wealth of historical information; they constitute a uniquely important source for the period

Plutarch (c. 45 120 CE) wrote on many subjects. His forty-six Parallel Lives are biographies planned to be ethical examples in pairs, one Greek figure and one similar Roman, though the last four lives are single. They not only record careers and illustrious deeds but also offer rounded portraits of statesmen, orators, and military leaders.

Plutarch wrote a large number of essays on ethical, scientific, philosophical, ephemeral, historical and literary topics. Even when dealing with technical subjects, the essays reflect the author's particular style - with anecdotes and quotations included.

Presents nine biographies that illuminate the careers, personalities and military campaigns of some of Rome's greatest statesmen, whose lives span the earliest days of the Republic to the establishment of the Empire. This title includes prominent figures who achieved fame for their pivotal roles in Roman history.

Plutarch (c. 45-120 CE) wrote on many subjects. His forty-six Parallel Lives are biographies planned to be ethical examples in pairs, one Greek figure and one similar Roman, though the last four lives are single. They not only record careers and illustrious deeds but also offer rounded portraits of statesmen, orators, and military leaders.

This title includes textual and historical notes that supplement a segment of Plutarch's "Lives" which covers the rise of Macedonia

In this collection, Plutarch introduces readers to key figures and periods of classical Greece through the lens of their lives, serving as a mirror for reflection. He presents virtues to emulate and vices to avoid, aiming to educate and caution those in power during his time. His prose is rich and elegant, filled with learned references, as he delves into the intricate relationship between character and political action. While primarily relying on historical sources, Plutarch's storytelling flair brings anecdotes to life, enhancing the biographical narrative. Valued for both its historical significance and charm, this new translation aims to engage modern audiences with Plutarch's sophisticated insights. It offers the most comprehensive selection available, supplemented by a clear introduction, explanatory notes, bibliographies, maps, and indexes. This volume is part of a long-standing series that has provided a diverse range of literature for over a century, reflecting Oxford's dedication to scholarship. Each affordable edition includes the most accurate text alongside valuable features, such as expert introductions, clarifying notes, and updated bibliographies for further exploration.

Plutarch's Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans, commonly called Parallel Lives or Plutarch's Lives, is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving Parallel Lives, contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives. It is a work of considerable importance, not only as a source of information about the individuals biographized, but also about the times in which they lived.

Taken from the Lives, a series of biographies spanning the Graeco-Roman age, this collection describes the twilight of the old Roman Republic from 157-43 BC. Deeply influential on Shakespeare and many other later writers, the works explore corruption, decadence, and the struggle for ultimate power.