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A Glimpse into Human Nature: Read the Ancient Greeks' Most Insightful Observations Written around 300 BCE, "Characters" by Theophrastus offers a fascinating look at human behavior from an ancient perspective. This collection of sketches and descriptions provides a unique insight into everyday life in Athens, revealing the quirks and flaws that make us human. With his vivid portrayals, Theophrastus sheds light on what it means to be human. Theophrastus (c. 371-287 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and student of Aristotle.