| Management number | 231943792 | Release Date | 2026/06/18 | List Price | US$10.00 | Model Number | 231943792 | ||
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Plutarch’s Lives, Volume 2 of 5 (translated by John Dryden) presents a captivating series of biographies from Alcibiades to Flaminius, exploring the lives of influential Greek and Roman figures whose stories reveal both the heights of heroism and the depths of ambition. This volume features renowned leaders such as Alcibiades, the controversial Athenian general; Coriolanus, the Roman soldier and defector; and Flaminius, the Roman consul and liberator of Greece.Through these vivid and engaging accounts, Plutarch examines the moral complexities and personal choices that defined these leaders, offering timeless insights into honor, loyalty, and the consequences of ambition. Dryden’s classic translation brings out Plutarch’s thoughtful prose, immersing readers in a world of ancient warfare, political intrigue, and philosophical reflection.Ideal for readers interested in classical history, ethics, and the study of character, Lives, Volume 2 is an essential work that connects the past with enduring questions about virtue, power, and human nature. This volume invites readers to learn from the successes and failings of history’s remarkable individuals and to explore the qualities that shape both leaders and civilizations. Read more
| ASIN | B0DMFH87S2 |
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| ISBN13 | 979-8345868850 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Independently published |
| Dimensions | 6.24 x 0.94 x 9.24 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.26 pounds |
| Print length | 333 pages |
| Publication date | November 7, 2024 |
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