Herodotus
The Persian Wars, III: Books 5-7 (Loeb Classical Library), Vol. 3
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780674991330
- author:
- Herodotus
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Loeb
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1989
- Pages:
- 592
- Dimensions:
- 4.25 (w) x 6.37 (h) x 1.23 (d)
- Genre:
- Persian Empires - Ancient History, Ancient Greece Miltary History, Ancient History - Historiography, General & Miscellaneous Ancient Greek History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Persian Wars by Herodotus provides an epic account of the ancient conflict between Greece and Persia. Written in the 5th century BC, this history of warfare is notable for its detailed descriptions of foreign places and cultures. Herodotus' work includes a comprehensive history of the Persian empire, as well as accounts of Egypt and Scythia. The author's personal inquiries and study of available evidence provide a balanced assessment of the events he describes. This four-volume edition of Herodotus is part of the Loeb Classical Library series. With its engaging style and rich historical content, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into one of history's most significant conflicts.
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