The History Of Herodotus (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163146040)

The History of Herodotus is a classic work of ancient Greek literature, written by the renowned historian Herodotus in the 5th century BC. The book is a comprehensive account of the Greco-Persian Wars, which took place between 492 and 449 BC, and covers a wide range of topics, including the political, social, and cultural aspects of ancient Greece and Persia.The book is divided into nine books, each of which covers a different aspect of the war. Book one provides an introduction to the Persian Empire and its history, while book two focuses on the origins of the conflict between the Greeks and the Persians. Books three to six cover the main events of the war, including the battles of Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis, and Plataea. Books seven and eight provide a detailed account of the aftermath of the war, including the rebuilding of Athens and the rise of the Athenian Empire. Finally, book nine covers the history of the Persian Empire after the war.Throughout the book, Herodotus provides a wealth of information on the customs, beliefs, and practices of the ancient Greeks and Persians, as well as their interactions with each other. He also includes numerous anecdotes and stories, many of which are still famous today, such as the story of King Croesus and the tale of the 300 Spartans at Thermopylae.The History of Herodotus is considered one of the most important works of ancient Greek literature, and has had a significant influence on the development of Western history and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, and provides a fascinating insight into the world of the ancient Greeks and Persians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Herodotus
ISBN-10: 1163146048
ISBN-13: 9781163146040
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 556
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d