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These forty-eight biographies by the ancient Greek scholar demonstrate the parallel lives of famous rulers such as Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar.
A Greek priest of Delphi who acquired Roman citizenship later in life, Plutarch undertook his Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans to demonstrate the influence of character on the fates of famous men. He also wished to show that the legacy and achievements of his native Greece were no less impressive...
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"Plutarch's Lives, Volume 3 (of 4)" by Plutarch (translated by George Long, Aubrey Stewart). Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all...
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Plutarco (46-119) fue un filósofo y biógrafo griego nacido en la ciudad de Queronea. Estudió matemáticas y filosofía en la Academia de Atenas, la misma que fue estudiada por Platón, y se dedicó a la política, alcanzando altos cargos públicos. "Alejandro y Julio César" es uno de los volúmenes de "Vidas Paralelas" y presenta lado a lado a dos grandes nombres de la época helenística: Alejandro, el Rey de Macedonia, unificador del occidente...
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"Plutarch's Lives" by Plutarch offers dual biographies of eminent Greeks and Romans, exploring their deeds, virtues, and impact. Through vivid narratives, it delves into character, leadership, and ethics, providing profound insights into human nature. The parallel structure highlights shared traits, fostering contemplation on history's echoes. A timeless treasure, this work connects us with the past, unraveling lessons and inspirations for present...
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Las Vidas paralelas son la expresión más perfecta y rica de la personalidad de Plutarco. En esta amplia colección biográfica se funden el erudito, el filósofo, el moralista y el hombre interesado por el pasado, que busca en las grandes virtudes de sus héroes una aplicación práctica de sus teorías éticas. Por eso, esta gran obra logra que los lectores penetren en el alma, y no solo en los hechos, de los grandes artífices de la historia griega...
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"Isis y Osiris" es un libro escrito por el historiador, biógrafo y ensayista griego Plutarco en el siglo I d.C. Esta obra forma parte de sus "Moralia", una serie de escritos que abordan temas morales, filosóficos y religiosos. "Isis y Osiris" es una de las obras más destacadas dentro de esta colección.
En el libro, Plutarco analiza y describe la mitología egipcia, centrándose específicamente en la figura de Isis y su hermano y esposo, Osiris....
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Though best known now for his collection of lively and vivid Parallel Lives from ancient Greece and Rome, Plutarch (c46 CD-120 CE) was, for centuries, more respected for his Moralia, a remarkable and wide-ranging collection of essays and speeches. No fewer than 78 in total, they range over a broad list of topics in which Plutarch observes, dispenses wisdom, admonishes, entertains and informs: covering social issues and politics, manners and religion...
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Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus (46 ce - after 119) was born in Chaeronea, Boeotia, to a wealthy Greek family and assumed his full Latin name on becoming a Roman citizen. He made the most of his varied background and experience as a philosopher, magistrate, ambassador and priest at the Delphic Temple of Apollo, to become one of the most important biographers and essayists of classical Greek and Roman times. His Parallel Lives, which recounts and describes...