Xenophon's Hellenica: selections

By Carleton L Brownson

Book Overview

Xenophon's Hellenica bridges the age of Pericles and the rise of new Greek powers. From defeat, a new world. In this vivid Greek historical narrative, Xenophon takes up the story where Thucydides breaks off, tracing the Peloponnesian War aftermath and the long, uneasy Sparta and Athens conflict, set against the alliances and rivalries of Greek city states politics. Written by a soldier and statesman who moved among generals and exiles, these selected chapters offer an unsentimental view of late classical Greece history, when ancient Athens and Sparta fought not only on the battlefield but for influence, memory and survival. Carleton L. Brownson's chosen selections highlight moments of political debate, diplomacy, betrayal and peace, making this an ideal ancient Greek history book for readers seeking a classical history text that is both authoritative and compelling. Long valued as a primary source for students and a staple of classics course reading, Hellenica stands beside Thucydides and Herodotus as a cornerstone of our understanding of warfare, leadership and civic life, and speaks to anyone interested in how empires fall and republics fracture. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Both accessible entry point and enduring reference, it belongs in any library of ancient history and suits readers of Thucydides and Herodotus, as well as Xenophon fans seeking a lasting copy of a cultural classic.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9353603757
• ISBN13: 9789353603755
• Release Date: March 2019
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.5"