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Plutarch's Life of Cato the Younger
Book • 1919
This biography by Plutarch is one of his longer works and provides a detailed account of Cato the Younger's life.
It covers his childhood, his adherence to Stoic philosophy, his military service, and his political career.
The work highlights Cato's inflexible and principled nature, his commitment to justice and simplicity, and his significant role in Roman politics during a period of great turmoil.
The biography also includes anecdotes about Cato's personal life, his relationships, and his interactions with other notable figures of the time.
It covers his childhood, his adherence to Stoic philosophy, his military service, and his political career.
The work highlights Cato's inflexible and principled nature, his commitment to justice and simplicity, and his significant role in Roman politics during a period of great turmoil.
The biography also includes anecdotes about Cato's personal life, his relationships, and his interactions with other notable figures of the time.
