The Lives of Titus Pomponius Atticus, Miltiades and Cimon is a historical biography written by Cornelius Nepos in 1735. The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on the life of a different prominent figure from ancient Greece and Rome.The first section of the book centers on Titus Pomponius Atticus, a wealthy Roman businessman and friend of Cicero. Nepos describes Atticus' life and career, including his political affiliations, his literary pursuits, and his relationships with other notable figures of his time.The second section of the book focuses on Miltiades, a Greek general who played a key role in the Battle of Marathon. Nepos provides a detailed account of Miltiades' life, including his military exploits, his rise to power, and his eventual downfall.The final section of the book is dedicated to Cimon, an Athenian statesman and military leader. Nepos chronicles Cimon's life and career, including his military campaigns, his political alliances, and his eventual exile from Athens.Throughout the book, Nepos provides a vivid and engaging portrayal of these three historical figures, offering insights into their personalities, motivations, and achievements. The Lives of Titus Pomponius Atticus, Miltiades and Cimon is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, politics, and culture.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.
