Theophrasti Characteres

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This collection features 30 character sketches by Theophrastus, a pupil of Aristotle, depicting diverse personality types such as the flatterer and the coward. Accompanied by psychological and critical notes, the text delves into the motivations behind these characters and analyzes Theophrastus's literary techniques. Celebrated as a classic of ancient literature, it offers profound insights into human behavior and has significantly influenced writers and thinkers throughout history. This facsimile reprint preserves the work's cultural importance while providing modern accessibility.