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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated

ISBN-100199540055

ISBN-139780199540051

eBay Product ID (ePID)71641106

Product Key Features

Book TitleGreek Lives

Number of Pages528 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2009

TopicCultural Heritage, History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical

IllustratorYes

GenrePhilosophy, Biography & Autobiography

AuthorPlutarch, Robin Waterfield

Book SeriesOxford World's Classics Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight12.7 Oz

Item Length7.7 in

Item Width5.1 in

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Reviews'This attractively produced addition to the Oxford World's Classics series.'Daniel Ogden, The Classical Review Vol.XLIX No.2, 'It is ... a privilege to be offered this sparkling new translation ofnine of his Greek Lives by Robin Waterfield. ... It is ... a distinguishingtrait of Waterfield's that in the interests of scholarship he will go to endlesslengths to find the mot juste; ... the book entirely fulfils the publisher's owncriteria for inclusion in the new Oxford World's Classics list, namely to makeavailable 'celebrated writing' in editions equipped with'perceptive commentaryand essential back-ground information to meet the changing needs of readers'. Todo all that also at a very modest price is an ergon (achievement) indeed.'Paul Cartledge, The Anglo-Hellenic Review, 'It is ... a privilege to be offered this sparkling new translation of nine of his Greek Lives by Robin Waterfield. ... It is ... a distinguishing trait of Waterfield's that in the interests of scholarship he will go to endless lengths to find the mot juste; ... the book entirely fulfils the publisher's own criteria for inclusion in the new Oxford World's Classics list, namely to make available 'celebrated writing' in editions equipped with'perceptivecommentary and essential back-ground information to meet the changing needs of readers'. To do all that also at a very modest price is an ergon (achievement) indeed.'Paul Cartledge, The Anglo-Hellenic Review'This attractively produced addition to the Oxford World's Classics series.'Daniel Ogden, The Classical Review Vol.XLIX No.2, 'It is ... a privilege to be offered this sparkling new translation of nine of his Greek Lives by Robin Waterfield. ... It is ... a distinguishing trait of Waterfield's that in the interests of scholarship he will go to endless lengths to find the mot juste; ... the book entirely fulfils thepublisher's own criteria for inclusion in the new Oxford World's Classics list, namely to make available 'celebrated writing' in editions equipped with'perceptive commentary and essential back-ground information to meet the changing needs of readers'. To do all that also at a very modest price is anergon (achievement) indeed.'Paul Cartledge, The Anglo-Hellenic Review

Dewey Edition21

Dewey Decimal920.0495

Table Of ContentIncludes:3 MapsAppendix on measures of money, weight, capacity, lengthIndex of Literary and Historical sources cited by PlutarchIndex of Proper Names

SynopsisLycurgus, Pericles, Solon, Nicias, Themistocles, Alcibiades, Cimon, Agesilaus, Alexander 'I treat the narrative of the Lives as a kind of mirror...The experience is like nothing so much as spending time in their company and living with them: I receive and welcome each of them in turn as my guest.' In the nine lives of this collection Plutarch introduces the reader to the major figuresand periods of classical Greece. He portrays virtues to be emulated and vices to be avoided, but his purpose is also implicitly to educate and warn those in his own day who wielded power. In prose that is rich, elegant and sprinkledwith learned references, he explores with an extraordinary degree of insight the interplay of character and political action. While drawing chiefly on historical sources, he brings to biography a natural story-teller's ear for a good anecdote. Throughout the ages Plutarch's Lives have been valued for their historical value and their charm. This new translation will introduce new generations to his urbane erudition. The most comprehensive selection available, it isaccompanied by a lucid introduction, explanatory notes, bibliographies, maps and indexes. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range ofliterature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more., The nine lives in this selection include those of Lycurgus, Pericles, Solon, Nicias, Themistocles, Alcibiades, Cimon, Agesilaus, and Alexander. Portraying virtues to be emulated and vices to be avoided, Plutarch explores with great insight the interplay of character and political action. This new translation is accompanied by a lucid introduction, explanatory notes, bibliographies, maps and indexes., Throughout the ages Plutarch's Lives have been valued for their historical value and their charm. In prose that is rich, elegant and sprinkled with learned references, Plutarch explores with an extraordinary degree of insight the interplay of character and political action. This new translation will introduce new generations to his urbane erudition. The translation is accompanied by a lucid introduction, explanatory notes, bibliographies, maps and indexes., "I treat the narrative of the Lives as a kind of mirror...The experience is like nothing so much as spending time in their company and living with them: I receive and welcome each of them in turn as my guest." Here, Plutarch introduces the major figures and periods of classical Greece, detailing the lives of nine personages, including Lycurgus, Solon, Themistocles, Cimon, Alexander, Pericles, Nicias, Alcibiades, and Agesilaus. Oxford presents the most comprehensive selection available, superbly translated and accompanied by a lucid introduction, explanatory notes, bibliographies, maps, and indexes. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.