The Boys' and Girls' Plutarch (eBook)

Being Parts of the "Lives" of Plutarch, Edited for Boys and Girls

Plutarch (Autor)

John S. White (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
381 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766465472-4 (EAN)

Infos

Plutarch's 'The Boys' and Girls' Plutarch' is a collection of biographical sketches and moral lessons from ancient Greek and Roman history, retold in a simple and engaging manner suitable for young readers. Drawing on his vast knowledge of classical literature and history, Plutarch presents the lives of heroes and villains, highlighting their virtues and vices as examples for young readers to learn from. The book's narrative style is clear and straightforward, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Plutarch's writing exemplifies the moralistic and didactic approach to literature commonly found in ancient texts, aiming to educate and inspire young minds. The stories showcase the importance of virtue, bravery, and honor, providing valuable lessons for readers to contemplate and internalize. Plutarch, a renowned historian and moralist of ancient Greece, was known for his influential biographies and philosophical essays. His literary works aimed to educate and inspire readers to strive for moral excellence. 'The Boys' and Girls' Plutarch' reflects Plutarch's commitment to using history as a tool for moral education, teaching young readers valuable lessons through engaging storytelling. This book is highly recommended for those interested in classical literature, ancient history, and moral education.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Kinder- / Jugendbuch ► Sachbücher ► Geschichte / Politik
• Schlagworte: Ancient Greek Literature • Antiquity • Biographies • Biography • classical authors • Classic Literature • educational literature • Greece • greek philosophers • historical figures • juvenile literature • Moral Education • Rome • youth literature