The Life Of Herodotus (1845)
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The Life of Herodotus is a biography of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, written by himself. Originally published in 1845, this book offers an intimate look into the life and times of one of the most important figures in Western history. Herodotus was born in Halicarnassus in the fifth century BCE and is known as the ""father of history"" for his seminal work, The Histories. In this book, he recounts the events leading up to his writing of The Histories, including his travels throughout the Mediterranean world and his encounters with various cultures and peoples. He also shares personal anecdotes and reflections on his life and career, providing a unique perspective on the art of historical writing. The Life of Herodotus is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history or the development of historical writing as a discipline.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.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:116719912X
ISBN13:9781167199127
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:194 Pages
Weight:0.59 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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