Read John Dryden's translation of Plutarch's comparative profiles of Crassus and Nicias. Describes their public personas and personal traits.
Describes Nicias' reluctance to make the expedition to Syracuse and the resultant Athenian defeat. Also details the Peace of Nicias.
Describes the general's fear of public criticism, his successful campaign at Pylos, his challenge to Cleon, and his diplomacy with Sparta.