Erato, The Sixth Book Of Herodotus' Histories (1884)

By Herodotus

Book Overview

Erato is the sixth book of Herodotus' Histories, a monumental work of ancient Greek literature that chronicles the history, culture, and politics of the ancient world. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Persian Wars, the reign of Xerxes, the battles of Thermopylae and Salamis, and the rise of the Athenian empire. Herodotus draws on a wide range of sources, from oral traditions to written records, to provide a detailed and vivid account of the events and personalities of his time. The book is written in a colorful and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of battles, political intrigues, and cultural practices. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history and the foundations of Western civilization. This edition of Erato was published in 1884 and features a translation by Henry Cary.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164636154
• ISBN13: 9781164636151
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"