“He (Cato) used to say that in all his life he never repented but of three things. The first was that he had trusted a woman with a secret; the second that he had gone by sea when he might have gone by land; and the third, that had passed one day without having a will by him.”
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Lives, Translated from the Original Greek: With Notes, Historical and Critical; and a Life of Plutarch
This book presents a translation of Plutarch's original Greek works, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the historical and critical context surrounding the texts. It includes detailed annotations that provide historical background and critical analysis. Additionally, the volume features a biography of Plutarch, offering insights into the life and works of this influential ancient historian and philosopher. more
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