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Plutarch's biography of Caius Gracchus offers a glimpse into the life and legacy of the Roman politician known for his reformist zeal during the late Republic era. Written in the first century AD, the biography explores Gracchus' fervent efforts to address issues of land redistribution, social inequality, and political corruption through legislation. Plutarch delves into Gracchus' family background, his charismatic oratory skills, and his ultimately tragic confrontation with the Roman Senate, which resulted in his untimely demise.

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Plutarch's biography of Artaxerxes II, also known as Artaxerxes Mnemon. Artaxerxes II was a notable Persian king who ruled from 404 to 358 BC. The biography discusses his lineage, character, and the political and military events during his reign.

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The biography offers a comprehensive account of the life and character of Aristides, a prominent Athenian statesman and military leader during the Greco-Persian Wars. Plutarch paints Aristides as a paragon of virtue, highlighting his unyielding sense of justice, integrity, and fairness, which earned him the epithet "Aristides the Just." The biography explores Aristides's role in various pivotal moments of Athenian history, including his leadership in the Battle of Marathon and his contributions to Athenian politics.

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The biography provides an in-depth account of Aratus, a Greek statesman and military leader from Sicyon known for his efforts to liberate Greek cities from tyrannical rule. Plutarch explores Aratus's involvement in the Achaean League, his campaigns against tyrants, and his attempts to unite Greek city-states against external threats. The biography delves into Aratus's diplomacy, his strategies to overcome challenges, and his complex relationship with powerful neighboring states.

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Number of pages: 40
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The biography offers an in-depth account of Alexander the Great, the Macedonian king and military conqueror who reshaped the ancient world through his extraordinary campaigns and achievements. Plutarch explores Alexander's upbringing, his education under Aristotle, and his rapid rise to power as a military commander. The biography delves into Alexander's campaigns of conquest, including his conquest of Persia and his expansion into India.

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Alcibiades fought and strategized for Athens, Sparta, Persia, Athens (again), and Thrace, proving that he fought the entire time only for himself. Was it vanity or pride? Enjoy the first truly negative portrayal Plutarch tries to give, though Plutarch in all his humanity can still defend Alcibiades from his most malicious detractors.

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The biography provides an in-depth account of Agis IV, a Spartan king known for his attempts to reform Spartan society and redistribute land in the face of widespread inequality. Plutarch explores Agis's initiatives to revive traditional Spartan values, including the restoration of the agoge and the redistribution of land. The biography delves into Agis's challenges in confronting resistance from powerful elites and his ultimate fate.

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The biography provides a comprehensive account of Agesilaus II, a Spartan king and military leader known for his campaigns and influence during the Peloponnesian War and its aftermath. Plutarch explores Agesilaus's military exploits, his leadership of the Spartan army, and his rivalry with Thebes. The biography delves into Agesilaus's efforts to defend Spartan interests, maintain Spartan hegemony, and his influence on Spartan society.

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Lucius Aemilius Paulus Macedonicus was usually called Aemilius or Aemilius Paulus. He was a Roman statesman, consul, and general during the Third Macedonian War, which lasted from 171 to 168 B.C., and which makes up a large part of the story. However, Aemilius had a long career in Roman government before his election as consul and his accompanying duties as military general. The first few lessons follow him through his positions as aedile, praetor (with special honours), and consul (twice). He had a second, separate position as an augur, an omen-reading priest. Plutarch says that Aemilius took the job of being an augur so seriously that he raised it to an art form.

He also took his role as military commander very seriously. Plutarch finds it noteworthy that he personally taught (instructed, coached) the soldiers under his command. We get a picture already of an extra-ordinary man; perhaps one who made an art form of "being a Roman."

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The Deeds of the Divine Augustus) is a monumental inscription composed by the first Roman emperor, Augustus, giving a first-person record of his life and accomplishments. The Res Gestae is especially significant because it gives an insight into the image Augustus offered to the Roman people.

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Number of pages: 696
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The Annals (Latin: Annales) by Roman historian and senator Tacitus is a history of the Roman Empire from the reign of Tiberius to that of Nero, the years AD 14–68. The Annals are an important source for modern understanding of the history of the Roman Empire during the 1st century AD; it is Tacitus' final work, and modern historians generally consider it his greatest writing. Historian Ronald Mellor calls it "Tacitus's crowning achievement", which represents the "pinnacle of Roman historical writing".

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"The History of Rome, Books 27 to 36" is a section of the extensive Roman history written by Titus Livius, commonly known as Livy. This section covers the period from 218 to 167 BCE, including the Second Punic War and the subsequent expansion of Rome's power throughout the Mediterranean world. Livy's work is a valuable historical source for understanding the politics, military campaigns, and cultural developments of ancient Rome. The books cover major events such as the battles of Cannae and Zama, the conquest of Greece, and the conflict with the Macedonian king Perseus. Livy also provides insight into the social and economic conditions of Rome during this time, including discussions of class divisions, agriculture, and religion. Although Livy's work is a valuable historical source, it is also important to note that his writing reflects the biases and perspectives of his time. His portrayal of Rome's enemies, particularly Carthage and Macedonia, can be somewhat one-sided, and his interpretation of events may not always be accurate.

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An epic endeavor by a man genuinely enamored of his native Rome, Livy's "The History of Rome" was originally written in 142 books spanning the entire history of the Roman people up to Livy's day in the time of Augustus in the first century BC. While this Roman historian's monumental undertaking took most of his life, only 35 books still survive today. Livy begins with Aeneas' landing on Italy and the myth of Romulus and Remus' founding of Rome. He also thoroughly covers numerous wars, such as the Samnite Wars, the Punic Wars, and the Social War, as well as all of the rulers of Rome, including Julius Caesar, Nero, and Augustus. Though the work is a bit biased, its countless references to other sources are a testament of Livy's attempt to create an accurate, understandable history of the Roman Kingdom, and, later, the Republic. Simultaneously a glorification of Rome and a passionate warning to future Romans, "Ab Urbe Condita" reflects the magnificence and ignominy, the opinions and interests, and the myths and political realities of one of history's most remarkable civilizations. In this volume you will find books IX-XXVI of Livy's "Histories".

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Added: 20.11.2005, 19:43

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An epic endeavor by a man genuinely enamored of his native Rome, Livy's "The History of Rome" was originally written in 142 books spanning the entire history of the Roman people up to Livy's day in the time of Augustus in the first century BC. While this Roman historian's monumental undertaking took most of his life, only 35 books still survive today. Livy begins with Aeneas' landing on Italy and the myth of Romulus and Remus' founding of Rome. He also thoroughly covers numerous wars, such as the Samnite Wars, the Punic Wars, and the Social War, as well as all of the rulers of Rome, including Julius Caesar, Nero, and Augustus. Though the work is a bit biased, its countless references to other sources are a testament of Livy's attempt to create an accurate, understandable history of the Roman Kingdom, and, later, the Republic. Simultaneously a glorification of Rome and a passionate warning to future Romans, "Ab Urbe Condita" reflects the magnificence and ignominy, the opinions and interests, and the myths and political realities of one of history's most remarkable civilizations. In this volume you will find books I-VIII of Livy's "Histories".

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ISBN: 80-207-0563-5
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The Gallic War, published on the eve of the civil war which led to the end of the Roman Republic, is an autobiographical account written by one of the most famous figures of European history. This new translation reflects the purity of Caesar's Latin while preserving the pace and flow of his momentous narrative of the conquest of Gaul and the first Roman invasions of Britain and Germany. Detailed notes, maps, a table of dates, and glossary make this the most useful edition available.