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“Such power I gave the people as might do, Abridged not what they had, now lavished new, Those that were great in wealth and high in place My counsel likewise kept from all disgrace. Before them both I held my shield of might, And let not either touch the other's right.”

Quote by Plutarch

Book:Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans: Top Biography

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Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans: Top Biography

This book offers an in-depth look at the lives of prominent individuals from the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome, examining their contributions, achievements, and the impact they had on history. more

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Plutarch, a renowned Greek historian and biographer, was born in 45 AD and died in 120 AD. His works are characterized by rigorous historical research and profound moral contemplation, having a profound impact on later generations. more

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