Xenophon Hellenica: Books 1-4 (1888)

By Xenophon and Bernhard Büchsenschütz

Book Overview

Xenophon Hellenica: Books 1-4 is a historical account of ancient Greece written by the Athenian historian and soldier, Xenophon. The book covers the period from the end of the Peloponnesian War in 404 BCE to the Battle of Mantinea in 362 BCE. It is divided into four books, each of which covers a different period of Greek history. Book 1 begins with the end of the Peloponnesian War and the establishment of Spartan hegemony over Greece. The book covers the events leading up to the Battle of Cnidus in 394 BCE, which marked the end of Spartan dominance and the beginning of a new era in Greek history.Book 2 covers the period from the Battle of Cnidus to the end of the Corinthian War in 387 BCE. This period was marked by the struggle for power between Athens, Sparta, and their allies. The book also covers the rise of Thebes as a major power in Greece.Book 3 covers the period from the end of the Corinthian War to the Battle of Leuctra in 371 BCE. This period was marked by the continued struggle for power between Athens, Sparta, and Thebes. The book also covers the rise of Macedon under Philip II.Book 4 covers the period from the Battle of Leuctra to the Battle of Mantinea in 362 BCE. This period was marked by the continued struggle for power between Thebes and Sparta, as well as the rise of Macedon under Philip II. The book also covers the failed attempt by the Greeks to unite against Philip II in the Battle of Chaeronea in 338 BCE.Overall, Xenophon Hellenica: Books 1-4 provides a detailed and comprehensive account of ancient Greek history during a period of great political and military upheaval.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: 1165381478
• ISBN13: 9781165381470
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"