Plutarch's Lives Of Galba And Otho (1890) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104581329)

Plutarch�������s Lives Of Galba And Otho (1890) is a historical text written by the ancient Greek historian and biographer Plutarch. The book focuses on the lives of two Roman emperors, Galba and Otho, who were both short-lived rulers during the tumultuous Year of the Four Emperors in 69 AD.The text provides a detailed account of the political and social climate of Rome during this period, as well as the personal lives and actions of Galba and Otho. Plutarch draws on a variety of sources, including official documents, speeches, and anecdotes, to paint a vivid picture of these two emperors and the events that led to their rise and fall.Throughout the book, Plutarch offers his own commentary and analysis of the events and characters he describes, providing valuable insights into the political and moral issues of his time. He also draws on his own experiences as a politician and philosopher to offer advice and guidance to his readers.Overall, Plutarch�������s Lives Of Galba And Otho is a fascinating and informative historical text that provides a unique perspective on the tumultuous events of ancient Rome. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history, politics, or philosophy.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
ISBN-10: 1104581329
ISBN-13: 9781104581329
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/10/2009
Pages: 428
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d