--- product_id: 60904244 title: "Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives" price: "€ 74.28" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60904244-roman-lives-a-selection-of-eight-lives store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Insights from Plutarch’s near-contemporary perspective 4.7/5 star rating from 222 readers 8 meticulously selected Roman biographies Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives **Price:** € 74.28 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Unlock the secrets of Rome’s greatest lives — before everyone else does! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives - **How much does it cost?** € 74.28 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60904244-roman-lives-a-selection-of-eight-lives) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Timeless Roman Wisdom:** Dive deep into the lives of eight iconic Romans, handpicked for their historical impact and vivid personalities. - • **Authentic Historical Lens:** Experience history through Plutarch’s near-contemporary eyes, blending fact with compelling narrative. - • **Humanizing Giants of History:** Discover the inspiring and controversial traits that make these legendary figures relatable and unforgettable. - • **Oxford University Press Quality:** Trust in a prestigious publisher known for scholarly rigor and impeccable editorial standards. - • **Top-Ranked Historical Biography:** Join thousands of readers who rated this book 4.7 stars, making it a must-have for history enthusiasts. ## Overview Roman Lives: A Selection of Eight Lives offers expertly curated biographies from Plutarch, providing a near-contemporary and richly detailed look at some of Rome’s most influential figures. Published by Oxford University Press, this highly rated historical biography blends scholarly insight with engaging storytelling, making it essential reading for anyone eager to connect with the human stories behind ancient history. ## Description Buy Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives Reissue by Plutarch, Stadter, Philip A., Waterfield, Robin (ISBN: 9780199537389) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Review: The people chosen are fairly close to his time and the writings skill brilliantly captures the characteristics and personalities of the individuals that ... - It is incredible to jump to this period and to see Plutarch's interesting albeit controversial interpretation of the events through history. The people chosen are fairly close to his time and the writings skill brilliantly captures the characteristics and personalities of the individuals that you would otherwise be unable to see and makes these huge figures of history much more human and thus inspiring or dare say repulsing depending on how you take it on yourself. With that in mind, I'd definitely recommend giving this a read if it's something you don't mind spending time reading! Review: Brand new as ordered - Brand new and arrived in excellent condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | 0199537380 | | Best Sellers Rank | 127,914 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 26 in Historical Biographies BCE-500 AD 32 in Biography Reference 269 in Teaching & Learning Biographies | | Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (222) | | Dimensions | 19.56 x 3.3 x 12.7 cm | | Edition | Reissue | | ISBN-10 | 9780199537389 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0199537389 | | Item weight | 408 g | | Language | English | | Print length | 608 pages | | Publication date | 11 Sept. 2008 | | Publisher | OUP Oxford | ## Images ![Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71q9ymK3eWL.jpg) ![Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41E2Q6EZd3L.jpg) ![Roman Lives A Selection of Eight Lives - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41SwEB7RMUL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The people chosen are fairly close to his time and the writings skill brilliantly captures the characteristics and personalities of the individuals that ... *by J***K on 17 August 2017* It is incredible to jump to this period and to see Plutarch's interesting albeit controversial interpretation of the events through history. The people chosen are fairly close to his time and the writings skill brilliantly captures the characteristics and personalities of the individuals that you would otherwise be unable to see and makes these huge figures of history much more human and thus inspiring or dare say repulsing depending on how you take it on yourself. With that in mind, I'd definitely recommend giving this a read if it's something you don't mind spending time reading! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brand new as ordered *by M***H on 4 March 2024* Brand new and arrived in excellent condition ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant for all who want to know our background *by C***R on 23 September 2013* If we do not learn the lessons from history then we will be forced to bleed ourselves back into wisdom! ## Frequently Bought Together - Roman Lives: A Selection of Eight Lives - GREEK LIVES OWC PB (Oxford World's Classics): A Selection of Nine Greek Lives - Hellenistic Lives: Including Alexander the Great --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60904244-roman-lives-a-selection-of-eight-lives](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/60904244-roman-lives-a-selection-of-eight-lives) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-06-21*