Valerius's Choice of Examples
Valerius's Choice of Examples
This chapter examines Valerius' decision to use historical examples as the vehicle of his moral message in Memorable Words and Deeds. He selected his examples according to the criteria of authority, plausibility, and entertainment.
Keywords: Valerius Maximus, Memorable Words and Deeds, moral guidance, moral education, authority, plausibility, entertainment
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