Themistocles

The book ""Themistocles"" by Plutarch is a biography of the famous Athenian statesman and general, Themistocles. Themistocles was a key figure in the Greek victory over the Persians at the Battle of Salamis and played a significant role in the development of Athens as a maritime power. Plutarch's biography examines Themistocles' life and career, from his humble beginnings as the son of a non-Athenian father to his rise to power and eventual exile from Athens. The book explores Themistocles' political and military strategies, his relationships with other Athenian leaders, and his personal character and motivations. Plutarch also delves into the wider historical context of Themistocles' life, including the political and military tensions between Athens and Sparta, the Persian Wars, and the cultural and intellectual developments of ancient Greece. Overall, ""Themistocles"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of ancient Greece's most fascinating and influential figures, offering insights into both the man himself and the broader historical context in which he lived.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Plutarch's Lives: V12 Harvard Classics, by Plutarch . To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766181782.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.