Plutarch’s Life of Nikias is a book that was originally written by the ancient Greek historian and biographer Plutarch. This particular edition of the book was published in 1887 and includes an introduction, notes, and a lexicon. The book tells the story of Nikias, an Athenian general who lived in the 5th century BC. Nikias was known for his military prowess and his ability to negotiate with his enemies, but he also had a tragic end. The book explores Nikias’ life and career, including his role in the Peloponnesian War and his eventual defeat and death. The introduction provides background information on Plutarch and the historical context of the book, while the notes and lexicon help readers better understand the text and its language. Overall, Plutarch’s Life of Nikias is a fascinating glimpse into ancient Greek history and the life of one of its most notable figures.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.