Moral Vision in the Histories of Polybius

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Arthur M Eckstein

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Series:

Hellenistic Culture and Society

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Arthur Eckstein's 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 Biography:

Arthur M. Eckstein is Professor of History at the University of Maryland

Release date NZ

February 1st, 1995

Author

Arthur M Eckstein

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Pages

325

Series

Hellenistic Culture and Society

Dimensions

156x234x23

ISBN-13

9780520085206

Product ID

7578470

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