1
of
1
On Sparta
Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.
Check link for latest rating. ( 1,926 ratings, 83 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still
learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Summary
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$2400
$2600
Elsewhere:
Unit price
/
Unavailable
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER
Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 3-4 weeks
Found a better price? Request a price match
On Sparta
$2400
$2600
Elsewhere:
Unit price
/
Unavailable
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
On Sparta
Plutarch's vivid and engaging portraits of the Spartans and their customs are a major source of our knowledge about the rise and fall of this remarkable Greek city-state between the sixth and third centuries BC.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and
still learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Description
A vivid and richly anecdotal portrait of Spartan society.
On Sparta by Plutarch provides vivid and engaging portraits of the Spartans and their customs, offering a major source of our knowledge about the rise and fall of this remarkable Greek city-state between the sixth and third centuries BC.
Through his Lives of Sparta's leaders and his recording of memorable Spartan sayings, he depicts a people who lived frugally and mastered their emotions in all aspects of life. These were people who also disposed of unhealthy babies in a deep chasm, introduced a gruelling regime of military training for boys, and treated their serfs brutally.
Rich in anecdote and detail, Plutarch's writing brings to life the personalities and achievements of Sparta with unparalleled flair and humanity.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780140449433
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 May 2005
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Contributors:
- Introduction by Richard Talbert
- Notes by Richard Talbert
- Translated by Richard Talbert
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 223g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Plutarch's life spanned the second half of the 1st century AD. He was highly educated in rhetoric and philosophy at Athens but his deep interest in religion led him to Delphi, where he was eventually appointed a priesthood. He travelled, most crucially to Rome, where he lectured and made friends of considerable influence. He wrote and taught throughout his life. Richard J. A. Talbert, the translator and editor, is Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Christopher Pelling, the Plutarch series adviser, is Professor of Classics at Oxford University and a fellow of Christ Church.
Also by Plutarch
View all-
-
-
-
The Age of Alexander
Paperback$3200Elsewhere:$3500Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 3-4 weeks -
-
-
-
-
-
More from History & Military
View all-
-
New Release
-
New Release
-
New Release
A Short History of Nearly Everything 2.0
Paperback$3300Elsewhere:$4000Unit price /UnavailableIn Stock -
-
-
New Release
-
-
-
-
-
New Release
Why buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
