Isbn: 9780282500597 - greek reader (prose), consisting of selections from xenophon, plato, herodotus, and thucydides: with notes adapted to goodwin's greek grammar, ... and lithographic maps (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book describes the arduous journey of the Greek Ten Thousand, a group of mercenaries who fought alongside Cyrus the Younger in his failed attempt to claim the throne of Persia from his older brother, Artaxerxes II, in 401 BCE. The narrative, attributed to the Greek historian Xenophon, chronicles the Greeks' epic retreat after the death of Cyrus at the Battle of Cunaxa. Xenophon's account provides a captivating insight into ancient Greek military strategy, the challenges of navigating hostile terrain, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. The book delves into the complexities of leadership, the bonds of camaraderie, and the importance of discipline and perseverance in the face of overwhelming odds. Through vivid descriptions of battles, diplomatic negotiations, and encounters with foreign cultures, this book offers a rich tapestry of ancient history. It explores the themes of courage, loyalty, and the indomitable will to survive, making it an enduring classic in the literature of warfare, leadership, and adventure. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …