Plutarch's Lives Of Illustrious Men (1876)

Plutarch's Lives of Illustrious Men is a classic work of historical biography, originally written in Greek in the first century AD by the famous philosopher and historian Plutarch. This particular edition, published in 1876, features a translation into English by John Langhorne and William Langhorne.The book is divided into two volumes, each containing a series of biographical sketches of notable figures from ancient Greek and Roman history. The first volume focuses on Greek figures, including famous statesmen, military leaders, and philosophers such as Solon, Themistocles, Pericles, and Aristotle. The second volume covers Roman figures, including Julius Caesar, Cicero, and Mark Antony.Each biography provides a detailed account of the individual's life and accomplishments, drawing on a variety of sources including historical records, anecdotes, and personal recollections. Plutarch's writing style is lively and engaging, and his insights into the personalities and motivations of his subjects make for compelling reading.In addition to the biographies themselves, the book also includes introductory essays on Plutarch's life and work, as well as notes and annotations to help readers understand the historical context and significance of the figures he writes about.Overall, Plutarch's Lives of Illustrious Men is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, biography, or classical literature. Its enduring popularity and influence over the centuries attest to its lasting value as a work of scholarship and storytelling.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.