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The Histories (Second Edition) (Norton Critical Editions)

Pages
672
Published
430 BCE
Language
English

Synopsis

Walter Blanco's acclaimed translation of Herodotus's 'The Histories' is presented in this revised and expanded Norton Critical Edition. This foundational work of Western literature offers a continuous prose narrative, captivating readers with its storytelling and intelligent curiosity. The edition includes the complete, fully annotated text, along with a chronology, maps, and a note on the Persian Wars. It also features a rich collection of historical works and critical commentaries from early modern and contemporary scholars, providing diverse perspectives on Herodotus's historical significance and his account of the Persian Wars.

About the author

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Herodotus

Herodotus, often called the "Father of History," wrote the foundational work History. This ancient Greek text is a landmark in historical writing, exploring the causes and events of the Greco-Persian Wars.