De Themistoclis Plutarchei Fontibus ...

<p><i>De Themistoclis Plutarchei Fontibus...</i> written in Latin by Franz Albracht delves into the sources used by Plutarch in his biography of Themistocles. This meticulously researched work first published in 1873 examines Plutarch's historical accuracy and the influences that shaped his portrayal of the famous Athenian statesman and general. Albracht's study offers valuable insights into the methods of ancient biographers and the challenges of reconstructing historical narratives from fragmented sources.</p><p>This book is essential reading for scholars of classical history classical literature and Plutarchan studies. It illuminates the complexities of source criticism and provides a deeper understanding of the historical context surrounding Themistocles' life and times. Its enduring relevance lies in its careful analysis and its contribution to our knowledge of ancient biographical writing.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>