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“But the Lacedaemonians, who make it their first principle of action to serve their country's interest, know not any thing to be just or unjust by any measure but that.”

Quote by Plutarch

Book:Plutarch's Lives: The Translation Called Dryden's Corrected from the Greek

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Plutarch's Lives: The Translation Called Dryden's Corrected from the Greek

This book is a scholarly translation of Plutarch's 'Lives', renowned for its fidelity to the original Greek. The translation is attributed to John Dryden, who made corrections to enhance accuracy and readability. 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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