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The Age of Alexander (Penguin Classics) Paperback – Illustrated, May 29, 2012

by Plutarch (Author), Timothy E. Duff (Editor, Translator, Introduction), Ian Scott-Kilvert (Translator)
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Plutarch's influential writings on the ancient world

Plutarch's parallel biographies of the great men in Greek and Roman history are cornerstones of European literature, drawn on by countless writers since the Renaissance. This selection provides intimate glimpses into the lives of these men, revealing why the mild Artaxerxes forced the killer of his usurping brother to undergo the horrific "death of two boats"; why the noble Dion repeatedly risked his life for the ungrateful mobs of Syracuse; why Demosthenes delivered a funeral oration for the soldiers he had deserted in battle; and why Alexander self-destructed after conquering half the world.

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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Plutarch (c.50-c.120 AD) was a writer and thinker born into a wealthy, established family of Chaeronea in central Greece. He received the best possible education in rhetoric and philosophy, and traveled to Asia Minor and Egypt. Later, a series of visits to Rome and Italy contributed to his fame, which was given official recognition by the emperors Trajan and Hadrian. Plutarch rendered conscientious service to his province and city (where he continued to live), as well as holding a priesthood at nearby Delphi. His voluminous surviving writings are broadly divided into the "moral"works and the Parallel Lives of outstanding Greek and Roman leaders. The former (Moralia) are a mixture of rhetorical and antiquarian pieces, together with technical and moral philosophy (sometimes in dialogue form). The Lives have been influential from the Renaissance onwards.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Classics; Revised ed. edition (May 29, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 625 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0140449353
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0140449358
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 12 and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.19 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 5.43 x 1.57 inches
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    Plutarch (/ˈpluːtɑːrk/; Greek: Πλούταρχος, Ploútarkhos, Koine Greek: [plǔːtarkʰos]; later named, upon becoming a Roman citizen, Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus (Λούκιος Μέστριος Πλούταρχος);[a] c. AD 46 – AD 120) was a Greek historian, biographer and essayist, known primarily for his Parallel Lives and Moralia. He is classified as a Middle Platonist. Plutarch's surviving works are believed to have been originally written in Koine Greek.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Derys
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
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Great book, beautifully written.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A most excellent translation
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2012
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A great translation of Plutarch into English. An interesting account of not only the character of Alexander but of other historical figures as well, including Demosthenes, the most famous orator of the ancient world.
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5.0 out of 5 stars First Plutarch Book
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Excellent study of people; life, love, ambitions and death. A good insight into "know thy self". Recommend reading for anyone interested in self improvement.
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will be used in class this fall im taking a Roanoke college this fall i was able to by my boos on amazon and sale lots of money
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5.0 out of 5 stars good work
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4.0 out of 5 stars Gotta love Plutarch. This is a great copy
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Gotta love Plutarch. This is a great copy, though I'm still holding out for when all of Plutarch's lives are published in conjunction in one volume.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good for History Majors
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This ebook is a good read, great for reference and easy to cite in Chicago Style. Overall a wise investment.
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Lama
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
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Expected a little more on the Alexander himself, but enjoyed the book nevertheless.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Poor paper quality or pirated book
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Poor paper quality. I was not expecting it from Penguin. Disappointed.
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