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Herodotus Histories Vol 2

Herodotus Histories Vol 2

Written by: Herodotus
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Step into the enthralling world of The Histories by Herodotus of Halicarnassus, widely regarded as the first significant work of history in Western literature. Penned around 440 BC, this extraordinary narrative unfolds the legendary confrontation between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states during the 5th century BC. Herodotus, through his extensive travels and interviews, weaves together a tapestry of tales that breathe life into this historical account. He delves into the rise of the Persian Empire and the fundamental causes of its conflict with Greece, framing it as an ideological struggle that pits the absolute power of the Persian king against the democratic principles cherished by the Greeks. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia.)Copyright Assorted Non Fiction Science Social Sciences World
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