The Second Persian War (1879) - Herodotus
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The Second Persian War is a historical account written by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. The book describes the conflict between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the early 5th century BCE. The war began when the Persian king, Xerxes I, launched a massive invasion of Greece in 480 BCE. The book details the battles of Thermopylae, Salamis, and Plataea, as well as the political and cultural factors that led to the war. Herodotus provides a comprehensive overview of the Persian Empire, its military tactics, and its political structure. He also describes the Greek city-states…mehr

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The Second Persian War is a historical account written by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus. The book describes the conflict between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the early 5th century BCE. The war began when the Persian king, Xerxes I, launched a massive invasion of Greece in 480 BCE. The book details the battles of Thermopylae, Salamis, and Plataea, as well as the political and cultural factors that led to the war. Herodotus provides a comprehensive overview of the Persian Empire, its military tactics, and its political structure. He also describes the Greek city-states and their alliances, as well as the leadership of figures such as Themistocles and Leonidas. The Second Persian War is considered a seminal work in the field of ancient history, and it continues to be studied and analyzed by scholars today.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.
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Herodotus, born around 484 BC in Halicarnassus, a Greek city under Persian rule, is often hailed as the "Father of History." His extensive travels across regions such as Egypt, Asia Minor, and parts of Greece enriched his understanding of diverse cultures and historical events. These experiences culminated in his seminal work, The Histories, which offers a detailed account of the Greco-Persian Wars and insights into various ancient societies.In The Histories, Herodotus not only chronicles military conflicts but also delves into the customs, geography, and myths of the peoples he encountered. His narrative method combined systematic investigation with storytelling, laying the groundwork for historical writing in Western literature. Despite facing criticism from contemporaries like Thucydides, who accused him of embellishing facts, Herodotus maintained that he faithfully reported what he observed and was told.Later in life, Herodotus migrated to Thurii, a colony in southern Italy, where he continued his scholarly pursuits. His exact date of death remains uncertain, but it is generally believed he passed away around 425 BC. Herodotus's legacy endures through The Histories, which remains a vital source for understanding the ancient world and the early practice of recording history.