<p>Xenophon's 'Cyropaedia - The Life of the Great Monarch' is an extensive treatise on statecraft and leadership through the narrative lens of a biographical account of Cyrus the Great. Although framed as a biography, the work transcends mere historical recounting and takes the form of a pedagogic text, providing insights on the education and qualities necessary for effective rulership. It is marked by its combination of historical elements and p...