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Moral Vision in the Histories of Polybius (Volume 16) (Hellenistic Culture and Society)
Moral Vision in the Histories of Polybius (Volume 16) (Hellenistic Culture and Society) by Arthur M. Eckstein 0520085205 9780520085206
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Arthur Ecksteins fresh and stimulating interpretation challenges the way Polybius Histories have long been viewed. He argues that Polybius evaluates people and events as much from a moral viewpoint as from a pragmatic, utilitarian, or even "Machiavellian" one. Polybius particularly asks for "improvement" in his audience, hoping that those who study his writings will emerge with a firm determination to live their lives nobly. Teaching by the use of moral exemplars, Polybius also tries to prove that success is not the sole standard by which human action should be judged.

Author: Arthur M. Eckstein

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover

Pages: 325

Publisher: University of California Press

Publication Date: 1995-02-01


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