The Capture of Sphacteria: Thucydides Book IV Ch [Greek, Ancient (To 1453)]

By Thucydides

"The Capture of Sphacteria" recounts a pivotal event in the Peloponnesian War, meticulously detailed by Thucydides in Book IV of his history. This gripping narrative explores the strategic importance of the island of Sphacteria and the daring Athenian campaign to isolate and capture Spartan forces stationed there.

Thucydides' account provides invaluable insights into the military tactics, political maneuvering, and human drama that defined this crucial conflict in ancient Greece. His keen observations and analytical prose offer a timeless study of warfare, leadership, and the enduring consequences of human ambition. This historical text remains essential reading for students of ancient history and military strategy.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Greek, Ancient (To 1453)
• ISBN: 1287402607
• ISBN13: 9781287402602
• Release Date: September 2013
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"