Lives

Plutarch's "Lives" presents a collection of parallel biographies, pairing prominent Greeks and Romans to explore their common virtues and vices. This volume features the lives of Aristides, Marcus Cato, Demosthenes, Cicero, Lycurgus, and Numa, offering insights into their characters, political careers, and contributions to their respective societies.

Through vivid storytelling and moral reflection, Plutarch examines the qualities that made these figures influential leaders, orators, and statesmen. "Lives" provides a window into the ancient world and offers timeless lessons about leadership, ethics, and the human condition. These biographies are invaluable for students of history, literature, and political science, and for anyone interested in the lives of extraordinary individuals.

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