Plutarch's Lives Of Galba And Otho (1890)

Plutarch's Lives of Galba and Otho is a historical book that was originally written by the Greek biographer and historian, Plutarch, in the 1st century AD. This particular edition of the book was published in 1890 and translated into English by Bernadotte Perrin. The book is a detailed account of the lives and reigns of two Roman emperors, Galba and Otho, who ruled in the late 1st century AD. Plutarch presents a vivid picture of the political and social climate of the Roman Empire during this period, and provides insightful commentary on the personalities and actions of these two rulers.Galba was the first emperor to be appointed by the Roman Senate after the death of Nero in 68 AD. He was seen as a reformer who would restore order and stability to the Empire, but his reign was short-lived and marked by political intrigue and betrayal. Otho, who was Galba's successor, was a popular and charismatic figure who was able to win over the support of the Roman people. However, his reign was also brief and ended in tragedy when he committed suicide after being defeated in battle by the forces of Vitellius.Plutarch's Lives of Galba and Otho is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Roman history and politics. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and provides a wealth of information on the lives and times of these two important figures in Roman history.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.