The Tale Of The Great Persian War: From The Histories Of Herodotus (1861)

The Tale Of The Great Persian War: From The Histories Of Herodotus is a historical account of the Persian Wars written by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. The book was originally published in 1861 and is a translation of Herodotus' original work, which was written in the 5th century BC.The book provides a detailed account of the wars between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states, including the famous battles of Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis. Herodotus' writing style is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the events of the war and the people involved.In addition to the military campaigns, the book also covers the political and cultural context of the time, including the rise of the Persian Empire and the political tensions between the city-states of Greece. Herodotus also includes anecdotes and stories about the people involved in the war, adding depth and personality to the historical events.Overall, The Tale Of The Great Persian War: From The Histories Of Herodotus is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most significant conflicts in ancient history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greece, military history, or the Persian Empire.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.