The History Of Thucydides V2

By Thucydides

Book Overview

The History of Thucydides V2 is a book written by the ancient Greek historian Thucydides. It is the second volume of his monumental work, which chronicles the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta from 431-404 BCE. Thucydides was an eyewitness to the events he describes, and his account is considered one of the most important works of ancient Greek history. In this volume, Thucydides covers the period from the beginning of the war to the end of the first year. He describes the causes of the conflict, the early battles, and the political and military strategies of both sides. Thucydides' writing is known for its detail, objectivity, and analytical approach. The History of Thucydides V2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, military history, or political theory.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: 116312771X
• ISBN13: 9781163127711
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 560 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"