Thucydides
Thucydides
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Thucydides was an ancient Greek historian, most famous for The History of the Peloponnesian War. This work offers a detailed, analytical account of the conflict between Athens and Sparta, a foundational text in historical writing.
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Tucidides, Thucydide., Thucydide, ca 465-ca 395 av. J.-C Thucydide, Thucydides 431 BC, Thukydides, 455? BC Thucydides, HerodoteThucydide, Thucydides ca. 440-404 B.C., Thucydides., Thucydides Thucydides, Thucydides Olorus, TucídidesFeatured works
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What is Thucydides best known for?
Thucydides is primarily known for his detailed historical account of the Peloponnesian War, which is considered a foundational text in the study of history and international relations.
What is the significance of Thucydides' writing style?
Thucydides is noted for his objective and analytical approach to history, focusing on cause and effect, and for incorporating speeches that he believed captured the essence of what was said, even if not verbatim.
Where should a new reader start with Thucydides?
A new reader should begin with The History of the Peloponnesian War, as it is his only known complete work and the one for which he is universally recognized.