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Plutarch's Lives
Book • 2018
Plutarch's Lives, also known as Parallel Lives, is a collection of 48 biographies of notable men from ancient Greece and Rome.
The work is structured in pairs, with one Greek and one Roman figure of similar destiny, such as Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, or Demosthenes and Cicero.
Plutarch's primary concern was not to write strict historical accounts but to explore the moral virtues and failings of his subjects, aiming to provide examples of conduct to imitate or avoid.
The biographies are significant not only for their insight into the individuals but also for their historical value, offering a glimpse into the times in which they lived.
The work is structured in pairs, with one Greek and one Roman figure of similar destiny, such as Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, or Demosthenes and Cicero.
Plutarch's primary concern was not to write strict historical accounts but to explore the moral virtues and failings of his subjects, aiming to provide examples of conduct to imitate or avoid.
The biographies are significant not only for their insight into the individuals but also for their historical value, offering a glimpse into the times in which they lived.
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Mentioned in 29 episodes
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Brett McKay to describe the style of Barry Strauss's books, which blend historical accounts with leadership lessons.
Brett McKay to describe the style of Barry Strauss's books, which blend historical accounts with leadership lessons.
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Ben Wilson as a source of inspiration for Napoleon's ambition and emulation of historical figures.
Ben Wilson as a source of inspiration for Napoleon's ambition and emulation of historical figures.
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Ryan Holiday in relation to his biography of Demosthenes and the importance of lived experience in understanding philosophy.
Ryan Holiday in relation to his biography of Demosthenes and the importance of lived experience in understanding philosophy.
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Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a widely read author of biographical essays that offer moral inspiration.
Ryan Holiday as a widely read author of biographical essays that offer moral inspiration.42 snips
How The Greats Pursue Happiness | Jeffrey Rosen
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as an incredible book, popular among ambitious people for its portrayal of historical figures and their achievements.
Ryan Holiday as an incredible book, popular among ambitious people for its portrayal of historical figures and their achievements.36 snips
You’ve Got Another Think Coming | How To Get and Stay Motivated (With Stoicism)
Mentioned by the host in relation to Plutarch's Lives.
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Mentioned by Harry Truman as one of ten books to read, offering insights into leadership and people.
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Mentioned as the translator of Plutarch's "Lives", which served as a source for Shakespeare's "Antony and Cleopatra".
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Mentioned by Ryan Holiday and Mick Mulroy in a discussion about biography as a form of moral instruction.
Ryan Holiday and Mick Mulroy in a discussion about biography as a form of moral instruction.
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