Cyropaedia: The Education of Cyrus

In 'Cyropaedia: The Education of Cyrus,' Xenophon crafts a unique blend of biography, historical narrative, and philosophical discourse that chronicles the life and ideals of Cyrus the Great. This work, often regarded as one of the earliest examples of the genre of political biography, captures Cyrus's ascent as a ruler and the moral and ethical considerations that shaped his leadership. Written i...