Biographica Classica V1 - Edward Harwood

Biographica Classica V1: The Lives And Characters Of The Greek And Roman Classics is a book written by Edward Harwood and first published in 1778. The book is a collection of biographies of famous figures from ancient Greece and Rome, including philosophers, poets, statesmen, and generals. Harwood provides detailed accounts of their lives, including their achievements, struggles, and personal characteristics. He also offers insights into the historical and cultural contexts in which these figures lived, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the social and political dynamics of ancient Greece and Rome. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different group of figures. These include the philosophers, such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle; the poets, such as Homer, Virgil, and Ovid; the statesmen, such as Julius Caesar, Alexander the Great, and Cicero; and the generals, such as Hannibal, Scipio Africanus, and Mark Antony. Throughout the book, Harwood employs a clear and engaging writing style that makes the complex subject matter accessible to readers of all levels. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, philosophy, or literature, and remains a classic work in the field to this day.In Two Volumes.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.

EAN: 9781437481501