Plutarch

The Boys' and Girls' Plutarch (eBook, ePUB)

Being Parts of the "Lives" of Plutarch, Edited for Boys and Girls
Redaktion: White, John S.

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Boys' and Girls' Plutarch," Plutarch curates a selection of engaging biographies from his well-known works, aiming to inspire and educate younger readers. The text adopts a straightforward literary style, blending historical facts with moral lessons, making it an accessible introduction to significant figures from antiquity. Plutarch's narrative intertwines anecdotes and character insights, which not only bring these historical personalities to life but also foster a deeper understanding of virtue, ambition, and ethics within the context of ancient Greek and Roman cultures. Plutarch, a Greek biographer and philosopher of the late first and early second centuries AD, sought to bridge cultural divides through his works, emphasizing the shared human experiences of both Greeks and Romans. His dedication to moral philosophy often manifested in numerous biographies, showcasing the lives of notable individuals like Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar. By distilling these influential figures'Äô virtues and failings, Plutarch aimed to instill a sense of moral character and civic responsibility in young minds. "The Boys' and Girls' Plutarch" is a compelling read for both educational institutions and individual curious minds. It serves not only as an introduction to important historical figures but also as a timeless guide to ethical living, making it essential reading for those interested in history, ethics, or the foundations of Western thought.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 381
• Altersempfehlung: ab 7 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664654724
• Artikelnr.: 58434964

Autorenporträt

Plutarch (c. AD 46 - c. 120), later named, upon becoming a Roman citizen, Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus, was a Greek biographer and essayist, known primarily for his Parallel Lives and Moralia. Plutarch was born to a prominent family in the small town of Chaeronea, about 80 kilometres (50 mi) east of Delphi, in the Greek region of Boeotia. Plutarch studied mathematics and philosophy at the Academy of Athens under Ammonius. Plutarch lived most of his life at Chaeronea, and was initiated into the mysteries of the Greek god Apollo. For many years Plutarch served as one of the two priests at the temple of Apollo at Delphi, the site of the famous Delphic Oracle, twenty miles from his home. He probably took part in the Eleusinian Mysteries. By his writings and lectures Plutarch became a celebrity in the Roman Empire, yet he continued to reside where he was born, and actively participated in local affairs, even serving as mayor. At his country estate, guests from all over the empire congregated for serious conversation, presided over by Plutarch in his marble chair. Plutarch was also a magistrate at Chaeronea and he represented his home town on various missions to foreign countries during his early adult years. Plutarch held the office of archon in his native municipality, probably only an annual one which he likely served more than once. He busied himself with all the little matters of the town and undertook the humblest of duties.