Exemplary History: Competition in Roman Historiography
A great part of the perceived value of history in the ancient world was connected with its educational function. In one way or another, it was regarded as a beneficial guide to conduct or as magistra vitae (Cicero, De Oratore II, 36). To give political instruction and advice on the one hand (Polybiu...
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Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto (UFOP); Universidade Federal do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UNIRIO)
2019-04-01
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| Series: | História da Historiografia |
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| Online Access: | https://www.historiadahistoriografia.com.br/revista/article/view/1398 |