Plutarque - Les vies des hommes illustres Grecs et Romains - 1611

Rare edition of this work, which is part of the humanist tradition of disseminating great ancient texts in the French language, in a context where translation and printing contribute to the formation of civic and moral memory.

This volume continues the series of parallel biographies, where Plutarch compares the destinies of Greek and Roman figures to draw ethical and political lessons, highlighting virtues, weaknesses, and decisive choices that shape the greatness or downfall of men.

It testifies to the interest of French readers in ancient wisdom and in the use of historical examples in the education of elites.

Plutarch - The Lives of Illustrious Men of Greece and Rome - 1611 - Volume II - Paul Frelon
[12 ff.], 1429 pp., [34 ff.].

Good condition of the binding, book in its full period vellum, stains and signs of wear from use, smooth spine titled in black.

Good interior condition, scattered browning, an angular moisture stain at the end of the work, a beautiful initial, the work enhanced by a superb illustration on the title page.

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