On Sparta

(Author) Plutarch
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Through his Lives of Sparta's leaders and his recording of memorable Spartan Sayings, Plutarch depicts a people who lived frugally and mastered their emotions in all aspects of life, who disposed of unhealthy babies in a deep chasm, introduced a gruelling regimen of military training for boys, and treated their serfs brutally. Plutarch's writing brings to life the personalities and achievements of Sparta. Revised edition includes a new introduction , a new essay on Plutarch, notes, a glossary, updated further reading, and an index.

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Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
336
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780140449433
Publish year:
2005
Publish date:
May 26, 2005

Plutarch

Plutarch was a Greek historian and biographer known for his work "Parallel Lives," comparing the lives of famous Greeks and Romans. His writing style was characterized by moral lessons, vivid storytelling, and detailed character studies. Plutarch's key contribution to literature lies in his exploration of the complexities of human nature and virtue.

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