Antony

Antony by Plutarch is a biographical account of the life of Marcus Antonius, one of the most prominent figures of the Roman Republic. The book chronicles Antony's rise to power as a military commander and politician, his relationship with Julius Caesar, his role in the civil war against Caesar's assassins, and his eventual downfall at the hands of Octavian (later known as Augustus). Plutarch's narrative provides a detailed examination of Antony's character, including his strengths and weaknesses as a leader and his personal flaws, such as his love of luxury and his infatuation with Cleopatra. The book also explores the political and social context of Antony's time, including the power struggles between the Roman Senate and the Caesarian faction, the tensions between Rome and Egypt, and the changing nature of Roman society as it transitioned from a republic to an empire.Overall, Antony by Plutarch is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of ancient Rome's most complex and intriguing figures.THIS 78 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.