PLUTARCH'S LIVES: VOL. 3

This volume, translated by Aubrey Stewart and George Long, is part of Plutarch's Lives, a collection of biographies by the Greek historian and philosopher Plutarch. Volume III focuses on pairs of famous Greeks and Romans, offering insights into their lives and accomplishments. It features figures like military leaders (Nikias, Crassus, Sertorius, Eumenes, Agesilaus, Pompeius), political giants (Julius Caesar, Cato), and the legendary Alexander the Great. Some biographies are even paired with comparisons by Plutarch, highlighting the parallels and contrasts between these influential figures. Through these engaging narratives, Plutarch's Lives provide a captivating window into the ancient world. Read more