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Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics: Herodotus: Histories Book VIII
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Description for Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics: Herodotus: Histories Book VIII
Paperback. Edition for students of this important book whose centre-piece is the Battle of Salamis. Editor(s): Bowie, A. M. Series: Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics. Num Pages: 272 pages, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; DSBB; HBJD; HBLA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 143 x 216 x 14. Weight in Grams: 352.
The Battle of Salamis was the first great (and unexpected) victory of the Greeks over the Persian forces under Xerxes, whose defeat had important consequences for the subsequent history and self-image of Europe. This battle forms the centre-piece of book VIII of Herodotus' Histories. The book also illuminates Greek views of themselves and of peoples from the East, the problematic relationships between different Greek states in the face of the invasion, and the role of the divine in history. This introduction and commentary pays particular attention to the history and culture of Achaemenid Persia and the peoples of its empire. ... Read more
The Battle of Salamis was the first great (and unexpected) victory of the Greeks over the Persian forces under Xerxes, whose defeat had important consequences for the subsequent history and self-image of Europe. This battle forms the centre-piece of book VIII of Herodotus' Histories. The book also illuminates Greek views of themselves and of peoples from the East, the problematic relationships between different Greek states in the face of the invasion, and the role of the divine in history. This introduction and commentary pays particular attention to the history and culture of Achaemenid Persia and the peoples of its empire. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Series
Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics
Condition
New
Weight
360g
Number of Pages
276
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521575713
SKU
V9780521575713
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Reviews for Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics: Herodotus: Histories Book VIII
'... wide-ranging lucid introduction ...' The Times Literary Supplement 'We heartily recommend this volume as an introduction to Herodotos' Greek and methods of presentation.' Bryn Mawr Classical Review We heartily recommend this volume as an introduction to Herodotos' Greek and methods of presentation. Bowie's strengths include extensive information on Near Eastern institutions and the Achaemenid Empire as ... Read more