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Plutarch, later named, on his becoming a Roman citizen, Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus, c. 46 120 AD, was a Greek historian, biographer, essayist, and Middle Platonist known primarily for his Parallel Lives and Moralia. Plutarch lived most of his life at Chaeronea, and his duties as the senior of the two priests of Apollo at the Oracle of Delphi (where he was responsible for interpreting the auguries of the Pythia) apparently occupied little of his time. He led an active social and civic life while producing an extensive body of writing, much of which survived. By his writings and lectures Plutarch became a celebrity in the Roman Empire. At his country estate, guests from all over the empire congregated for serious conversation, presided over by Plutarch in his marble chair. Many of these dialogues were recorded and published, and the 78 essays and other works which have survived are now known collectively as the Moralia. Plutarch's bestknown work is the Parallel Lives, a series of biographies of famous Greeks and Romans, arranged in pairs to illuminate their common moral virtues and vices. The surviving Lives contain 23 pairs, each with one Greek Life and one Roman Life, as well as four unpaired single Lives. Some of the Lives, such as those of Heracles, Philip II of Macedon and Scipio Africanus, no longer exist; many of the remaining Lives are truncated, contain obvious lacunae or have been tampered with by later writers. Extant Lives include those on Aristides, Pericles, Pompey, Julius Caesar, Cicero, Cato the Younger, Mark Antony, and Marcus Junius Brutus, all of which are included here.
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- Q: What is 'The Complete Collection of Plutarch's Parallel Lives' about? A: 'The Complete Collection of Plutarch's Parallel Lives' features biographies of notable Greeks and Romans, designed to highlight their shared moral virtues and flaws through paired comparisons.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Plutarch, a renowned Greek historian and biographer who lived from approximately 46 to 120 AD.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: This edition contains 42 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that it is ready for readers without any wear or damage.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on December 5, 2014.
- Q: What are some notable themes in Plutarch's biographies? A: The biographies often explore themes of virtue, vice, moral character, and historical impact, providing insights into the lives of both Greeks and Romans.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this collection is often used in academic settings for studies in history, ethics, and literature due to its significant historical insights and moral discussions.
- Q: Can this book be a good gift for history enthusiasts? A: Absolutely, 'The Complete Collection of Plutarch's Parallel Lives' makes an excellent gift for anyone interested in history, philosophy, or classic literature.
- Q: Are there any missing lives in this collection? A: Yes, some of the Lives, such as those of Heracles and Philip II of Macedon, no longer exist, and others may be incomplete due to historical tampering.