{"product_id":"plutarchs-life-of-themistocles-1892-9781166041700","title":"Plutarch's Life Of Themistocles (1892)","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Plutarch | Hubert Ashton Holden\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Essays\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlutarch's Life of Themistocles is a historical biography that was originally written in Greek by the ancient Greek historian and biographer, Plutarch. The book was first published in 1892 and provides a detailed account of the life of Themistocles, one of the most prominent figures in ancient Greek history. Themistocles was a statesman and general who played a key role in the wars between Athens and Persia in the 5th century BCE. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Themistocles' life and career. The first chapter provides an overview of Themistocles' childhood and early life, while subsequent chapters focus on his rise to power as a politician and his military campaigns against the Persians. Throughout the book, Plutarch provides detailed descriptions of the battles and political events that shaped Themistocles' life, as well as insights into his character and motivations. Plutarch also draws on a variety of sources, including other ancient historians and contemporary accounts, to provide a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of Themistocles and his world. Overall, Plutarch's Life of Themistocles is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history or the life of this influential figure. The book is well-written and engaging, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the politics, warfare, and culture of ancient Greece.With Introduction, Critical And Explanatory Notes, Indices.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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kessinger Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46873056346263,"sku":"9781166041700","price":2797.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781166041700.webp?v=1770015339","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/plutarchs-life-of-themistocles-1892-9781166041700","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}