Plutarch's "Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 7" is a captivating and insightful collection of biographies that offers readers a window into the lives of some of history's most influential figures. The author's meticulous research and vivid storytelling bring these characters to life, painting a vivid picture of the political, social, and cultural landscapes of Ancient Greece and Rome.

What sets this volume apart from other historical works is Plutarch's unique approach to biography. By writing parallel lives of Greek and Roman figures who are similar in character or achievements, Plutarch allows readers to draw fascinating comparisons between different cultures and historical periods. This approach not only enriches our understanding of the individuals profiled but also offers valuable insights into the broader historical context in which they lived.

Plutarch's writing is both engaging and informative, making this volume accessible to both casual readers and history enthusiasts alike. His engaging prose and detailed descriptions provide a rich tapestry of information that will appeal to anyone interested in ancient history.

Overall, "Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 7" is a must-read for anyone looking to delve into the lives of historical figures who have shaped the course of Western civilization. Plutarch's meticulous research, engaging storytelling, and unique approach to biography make this volume a valuable addition to any history lover's bookshelf.

Book Description:
Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans is a series of biographies of famous men, arranged in tandem to illuminate their common moral virtues or failings. The surviving lives contain twenty-three pairs of biographies, each pair consisting of one Greek and one Roman, as well as four unpaired, single lives. Plutarch was not concerned with writing histories, as such, but in exploring the influence of character, good or bad, on the lives and destinies of famous men. The first pair of lives the Epaminondas-Scipio Africanus no longer exists, and many of the remaining lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae and/or have been tampered with by later writers. His Life of Alexander is one of the five surviving secondary or tertiary sources about Alexander the Great and it includes anecdotes and descriptions of incidents that appear in no other source. Likewise, his portrait of Numa Pompilius, an early Roman king, also contains unique information about the early Roman calendar. In this copyright expired 11-volume translation from the Loeb Classical library, the order of the paired lives is rearranged to present the Greek lives in chronological order. Volume 7 presents the paired lives of Demosthenes and Cicero and Alexander and Caesar - Summary by Karen Merline.