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# Roman Lives: A Selection of Eight Roman Lives (Oxford World's Classics)

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desertcart.com: Roman Lives: A Selection of Eight Roman Lives (Oxford World's Classics): 9780199537389: Plutarch, Waterfield, Robin, Stadter, Philip A.: Books

Review: Nice Plutarch Translation - I was looking for a readable Plutarch that didn't compromise the integrity of the work, and heard of Waterfield's translation on the Simply Charlotte Mason site. I was frustrated with other translations, that were hard to read and frustrating to my kids and me in our homeschool. The language here is challenging yet understandable. I like the divisions within each life, which make it easy to read small sections throughout the school year. This book enables teachers to cover Plutarch without fear. I wanted to pull my hair out before! I simply pre-read the numbered section (which I recommend, as some topics are very mature), then read it aloud to my children. We make a list of things we remember about the particular man were studying. My 5th and 6th grade girls (and I!) actually enjoyed reading about Cato this year. I encourage those of you who want to teach Plutarch but are afraid or apprehensive: try this version!
Review: Absolutely fascinating - This is an outstanding translation of a great book. I love all of Plutarch's books but this one may be my favorite. The Oxford edition also has lots of explanatory notes and supplementary information; anyone with an interest in ancient Rome should read this work.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | 0199537380 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #59,106 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #12 in Reference & Collections of Biographies #32 in Ancient Greek History (Books) #75 in Ancient Roman History (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (220) |
| Dimensions  | 7.7 x 1.3 x 5 inches |
| Edition  | Reissue |
| ISBN-10  | 9780199537389 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0199537389 |
| Item Weight  | 14.4 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 608 pages |
| Publication date  | March 15, 2009 |
| Publisher  | Oxford University Press |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice Plutarch Translation
*by J***E on July 16, 2019*

I was looking for a readable Plutarch that didn't compromise the integrity of the work, and heard of Waterfield's translation on the Simply Charlotte Mason site. I was frustrated with other translations, that were hard to read and frustrating to my kids and me in our homeschool. The language here is challenging yet understandable. I like the divisions within each life, which make it easy to read small sections throughout the school year. This book enables teachers to cover Plutarch without fear. I wanted to pull my hair out before! I simply pre-read the numbered section (which I recommend, as some topics are very mature), then read it aloud to my children. We make a list of things we remember about the particular man were studying. My 5th and 6th grade girls (and I!) actually enjoyed reading about Cato this year. I encourage those of you who want to teach Plutarch but are afraid or apprehensive: try this version!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely fascinating
*by S***D on November 21, 2018*

This is an outstanding translation of a great book. I love all of Plutarch's books but this one may be my favorite. The Oxford edition also has lots of explanatory notes and supplementary information; anyone with an interest in ancient Rome should read this work.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ True Classic
*by T***F on November 2, 2024*

I've heard of Plutarch's Lives as one of the books, along with the Bible, that many pioneers took with them when they went west. I imagine them saying to themselves as they're planning what absolute necessities can fit in their wagon, "If I can only take two books, which ones would I take?" And this was their answer. I've read the Greek Lives, and now I'm reading the Romans'. I must admit I've only read the first Roman Life, Cato the Elder, but it gave much food for thought. Plutarch is not necessarily rated G for young kids, but then again I can't think of any young person these days who could handle the deep subjects, advanced vocabulary, and archaic style. Personally, I find it fascinating. Since I taught World History to middle schoolers a couple of years ago, I'm clued in to some of the settings, social forces, and military struggles that were going on back then. That really enriches my reading, so if you're into history, this book is for you. When I decide to read Plutarch again, and I know I will, I want to read his entire set (this book only has the most well-known eight), the way he originally wrote it -- with a Greek life juxtaposed with a Roman life. (Got that from reading the Intro, which was very informative) Some books are meant to be digested; this is one of them.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Roman Lives: A Selection of Eight Lives
- GREEK LIVES OWC PB (Oxford World's Classics): A Selection of Nine Greek Lives
- Hellenistic Lives: Including Alexander the Great

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