9781332956722 - Plutarch's Life of Nikias: With Introduction Notes and Lexicon (Classic Reprint) de Plutarch, Plutarch (3 resultados)

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and legacy of Nicias, a prominent Athenian general during the Peloponnesian War. It explores the complex figure of a man caught between the demands of war and his own cautious nature, a stark contrast to his more aggressive contemporaries. The author provides a rich historical context for Nicias' life, tracing his rise to prominence, his military strategies, and the eventual fall of Athens during the disastrous Sicilian Expedition. The book meticulously analyzes Nicias' political maneuvering, highlighting his internal conflicts and the pressures he faced from within Athenian society. It examines his complex relationship with democracy and his efforts to navigate the treacherous political waters of his time. The author skillfully employs both historical accounts and Plutarch's own observations to create a multi-faceted portrait of Nicias, offering insights into the character's motivations, strengths, and weaknesses. Through this detailed examination, the author reveals the compelling narrative of a man caught between personal convictions and the demands of public service, ultimately highlighting the profound impact of individual agency on the course of history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.