Plutarch's Cimon And Pericles With The Funeral Oration Of Pericles

Plutarch's Cimon and Pericles with the Funeral Oration of Pericles is a historical book that delves into the lives of two prominent figures in ancient Greece - Cimon and Pericles. Plutarch, a Greek historian and biographer, provides a detailed account of their lives, achievements, and political careers. The book also includes the famous Funeral Oration of Pericles, a speech given by Pericles at the funeral of Athenian soldiers who died in the Peloponnesian War. The speech is considered a masterpiece of ancient Greek oratory and is known for its powerful rhetoric and emphasis on Athenian democracy. Through his writing, Plutarch offers a glimpse into the political and social landscape of ancient Greece, providing readers with a deeper understanding of this fascinating period in history.Thucydides II, 35-46. Newly translated with introduction and notes by Bernadotte Perrin.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.

Author: Plutarch
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 302
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d
ISBN: 9781163224076

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