Wonder Stories From Herodotus (1900)

By Herodotus, G. H. Boden, W. Barrington D'Almeida

Book Overview

Wonder Stories From Herodotus is a collection of ancient Greek tales written by the famous historian Herodotus. The book was first published in 1900 and has since become a classic in the genre of historical fiction. The stories included in this book are a mixture of fact and fiction, combining real historical events with imaginative tales of adventure and heroism. Some of the most famous stories in the book include the tale of King Croesus and his encounter with the wise philosopher Solon, the story of the Persian Wars and the battle of Marathon, and the legend of the Amazons. The book is written in a lively and engaging style that makes it accessible to readers of all ages, and it is filled with vivid descriptions of the ancient world, its customs, and its people. Wonder Stories From Herodotus is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its tales of bravery, cunning, and adventure, and it remains a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek history and mythology.Illustrated By Herbert Granville Fell.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: 1167200365
• ISBN13: 9781167200366
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"