Plutarch's Lives, Volume II By: Unknown (46-120?) |
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Plutarch's Lives, Volume II offers a captivating look into the lives of notable figures from ancient Greece and Rome. The author's detailed descriptions and insightful analysis truly bring these historical figures to life, making the reader feel as though they are witnessing their triumphs and struggles firsthand. From the military conquests of Alexander the Great to the political prowess of Julius Caesar, each biography is filled with drama, intrigue, and lessons that are still relevant today. While the language may be a bit antiquated for modern readers, the rich storytelling and timeless wisdom make this a worthwhile read for anyone interested in history or leadership. Overall, Plutarch's Lives, Volume II is a masterful collection of biographies that deserve a place on every history lover's bookshelf. TRANSLATED FROM THE GREEK, WITH NOTES AND A LIFE OF PLUTARCH BY AUBREY STEWART, M.A. Late Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge AND THE LATE GEORGE LONG, M.A. Formerly Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge IN FOUR VOLUMES VOL. II. LONDON GEORGE BELL AND SONS 1899 [ Reprinted from Stereotype plates .] CONTENTS. LIFE OF PELOPIDAS 1 LIFE OF MARCELLUS 34 COMPARISON OF PELOPIDAS WITH MARCELLUS 64 LIFE OF ARISTEIDES 67 LIFE OF MARCUS CATO 98 COMPARISON OF ARISTEIDES AND CATO 128 LIFE OF PHILOPOEMEN 134 LIFE OF TITUS FLAMININUS 154 COMPARISON OF PHILOPOEMEN AND TITUS 177 LIFE OF PYRRHUS 180 LIFE OF CAIUS MARIUS ( By G. Long .) 221 LIFE OF LYSANDER 285 LIFE OF SULLA ( By G. Long .) 317 COMPARISON OF LYSANDER AND SULLA 386 LIFE OF KIMON 391 LIFE OF LUCULLUS ( By G. Long .) 414 COMPARISON OF KIMON AND LUCULLUS 483 PLUTARCH'S LIVES. LIFE OF PELOPIDAS... Continue reading book >>
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