Cyropaedia

Cyropaedia

Xenophon

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2004
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Historia antigua: hasta c. 500 e. c.
ISBN:
9781419114854
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Cyropaedia is a historical and biographical account written by the ancient Greek historian Xenophon. The book tells the story of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Persian Empire, and his rise to power. The narrative is presented as a moral and educational tale, with Cyrus serving as an ideal leader who embodies virtues such as wisdom, justice, and courage. The book covers Cyrus’ childhood, his military campaigns, and his efforts to establish a just and peaceful society. Along the way, Xenophon offers insights into the political and social structures of ancient Persia, as well as reflections on leadership, war, and morality. The Cyropaedia is considered one of the most important works of ancient literature and has had a lasting impact on Western thought and culture.''So you think, Cyrus, that the beauty of any human creature can compel a man to do wrong against his will? Surely if that were the nature of beauty, all men would feel its force alike. [10] See how fire burns all men equally; it is the nature of it so to do; but these flowers of beauty, one man loves them, and another loves them not, nor does every man love the same. For love is voluntary, and each man loves what he chooses to love.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.

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