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By herodotus introduction by paul cartledge translated by tom holland notes by paul cartledge. The triumph and tragedy of the roman republic, which won the hesselltiltman prize for history and was shortlisted for the samuel johnson prize. Book description penguin books ltd, penguin classics, 3774. Librivox recording of herodotus histories read by librivox volunteers. The ancient history encyclopedia logo is a registered eu. Citations in classics and ancient history the most common style in use in the field of classical studies is the authordate style, also known as chicago 2, but mla is also quite common and perfectly acceptable. Penguin classics deluxe edition herodotus, cartledge, paul, holland, tom, cartledge, paul on. Euterpe on the death of cyrus, cambyses his son by cassandane daughter of pharnaspes took the kingdom. The history of herodotus volume 1 by herodotus free ebook. Save up to 80% by choosing the etextbook option for isbn. In this, the first prose history in european civilisation, herodotus describes the growth of the persian empire with force, authority and style. The histories, herodotus the histories of herodotus is the founding work of history in western literature. The histories, penguin classics deluxe by herodotus.

The history of herodotus has been divided into the following sections. The histories 9780670024896, 97806981569 vitalsource. The greek historian was the first writer to employ the theories of the milesian thinkers to history. Few history books since can compare for sheer drama with herodotus s narrative of the persian invasions of greece. But while this epic struggle forms the core of his work, herodotus natural curiosity frequently gives.

The histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. Herodotuss the histories is also available in penguin classics. Herodotus is not only the father of the art and the science of historical writing but also one of the western traditions most compelling storytellers. The first edition of the novel was published in 440, and was written by herodotus. Herodotus histories is a rich and amazing early history. Pdf the histories book by herodotus free download 716.

Beautifully packaged in a penguin classics deluxe edition with a comprehensive array of tools to guide firsttime readers and experts alike, this accessible translation makes herodotus fresh and irresistible once more. Herodotus of halicarnassushailed by cicero as the father of history composed his histories around 440 bc. One of western historys greatest books springs to life in tom hollands vibrant new translation herodotus of halicarnassuswho was hailed by cicero as the father of historywrote his histories around 440 bc. The internet classics archive the history of herodotus by. The histories penguin classics by herodotus, john m. By purchasing books through this website, you support our nonprofit organization. He seems to have travelled widely throughout the mediterranean world, including egypt, africa, the area around the black sea and throughout many greek citystates, of both the mainland and the islands. Written in 440 bc in the ionic dialect of classical greek, the histories serves as a record of the ancient traditions, politics, geography, and clashes of various cultures that were known in western asia, northern africa and greece at that time. For herodotus histories, i like the oxford worlds classics edition, translated by robin waterfield. The internet classics archive the history of herodotus. A delightful new translation of what is widely considered the first work of history and nonfiction. The histories by herodotus, 9780140449082, available at book depository with. The histories of herodotus of halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in western literature. Persian fire, his history of the graecopersian wars, won the anglo.

A greek classic, herodotus history covers how a small band of the citystates kept the persians at bay, yet also includes a number of fascinating digressions of both truth and legend. Jan 01, 2003 buy the histories penguin classics rev ed by herodotus, john m. Cassandane had died in the lifetime of cyrus, who had made a great mourning for her at her death, and had commanded all the subjects of his empire to observe the like. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 716 pages and is available in paperback format. He is known for having written the book the histories greek. The histories penguin classics paperback 1 january 2003 by herodotus author visit amazons herodotus page. The first example of nonfiction, the text that underlies the entire discipline of history. Herodotus has a wonderful, gossipy style that makes reading these histories more fun than studying. Herodotus was born around 480 bc in halicarnassus, on the southwest coast of asia minor.

Herodotus histories full audiobook book 1 of 3 youtube. But while this epic struggle forms the core of his work, herodotus natural curiosity frequently gives rise to colorful digressionsa description of the natural wonders of egypt. Written about 440 bc, the histories tell the story of the war between the persian empire and the greek citystates in the 5th century bc. With more than 1,700 titles, penguin classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. The history of herodotus by herodotus written 440 b. Herodotus histories read by david timson unabridged. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. The histories penguin classics english edition herodotus. Buy a discounted paperback of the histories online from australias leading online bookstore. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. He critically analyzed all the information and conflicting sources that he had before making a decision. Radice editor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This volume includes a wealth of helpful footnotes. The histories penguin classics deluxe edition by herodotus and publisher penguin classics.

The histories penguin classics deluxe edition herodotus. Herodotus, cartledge, paul, cartledge, paul, holland, tom. Penguin press ancient classics, kindle edition, 880 pages authors. His accounts of the great battles of marathon and thermopylae, of. Tom holland is the awardwinning author of rubicon, persian fire, and most recently in the shadow of the sword. But while this epic struggle forms the core of his work, herodotus natural. With more than 1,700 titles, penguin classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and. The history of herodotus ebook epubpdfprcmobiazw3 download. Free download or read online the histories pdf epub book. The histories penguin press ancient classics ebook. Ive translated parts of the histories from the greek and from what i remember, waterfield does a good job staying true to the original. One of the masterpieces of classical literature, the histories describes how a small and quarrelsome band of greek city states united to repel the might of the persian empire. Written about 440 bc, the histories tell the story of the war between the persian empire and the greek citystates in. Clio these are the researches of herodotus of halicarnassus, which he publishes, in the hope of thereby preserving from decay the remembrance of what men have done, and of preventing the great and wonderful actions of the greeks and the barbarians from losing their due meed of glory.

The histories by herodotus translated by george rawlinson this text was designed to accompany roman roads medias 4year video course old western culture. Used very good a bright, square, and overall a nice copy some highlighting all orders guaranteed and ship within 24. The rise of the persian empire is chronicled, and the causes for the conflict. The main characters of this classics, non fiction story are.

The histories by herodotus 2015, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. The histories by herodotus herodotus penguin books. So begins the histories, the very first work of history and one of the most dramatic accounts of the ancient world ever written, brought to life again in tom hollands gripping new translation tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history now in paperbackthe histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the. Penguin classics deluxe edition by herodotus, tom holland translator, paul cartledge notes by online at alibris. Jan 01, 2003 few facts are known about the life of herodotus. The histories penguin classics 0140446389 by herodotus.

Herodotus traveled extensively around the ancient world, conducting interviews and collecting stories for his book. The histories, revised penguin classics isbnupc 0140449086 title. He was born around 490 bc in halicarnassus, on the southwest coast of asia minor. Pdf the histories book by herodotus free download 716 pages. In tales such as that of gygeswho murders candaules, the king of lydia, and unsurps his throne and his marriage bed. Little black classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of penguin classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. Herodotus the histories book one book two book three book four book five book six book seven book eight book nine. The histories, penguin classics by herodotus 9780140449082. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. He is currently at work on a book on hellenistic historiography.

A compelling look at the world through the lens of the fifth century b. Booktopia has the histories, penguin classics by herodotus. Witness the works and wonders of the ancient world through the eyes of its first great historian in this sparkling series of 24 lectures from a muchhonored teacher and classical scholar. Herodotus was born in halicarnassus and lived from 484 until 429 b. Perhaps most famously, the book tells the heroic tale of the greeks resistance to the vast invading force assembled by xerxes, king of persia. In tom hollands vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of western history springs to life. For more than seventy years, penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the englishspeaking world. Owc also publishes waterfields translation of platos symposium, which i enjoyed reading.

Sep 21, 20 herodotus traveled extensively around the ancient world, conducting interviews and collecting stories for his book. The histories oxford worlds classics robin waterfield. Few facts are known about his life but he remains known through his lifes work, the histories. It is the earliest surviving work of nonfiction and a thrilling narrative account of among other things the war b. Buy the histories penguin classics rev ed by herodotus, john m. He collected historical, geographical, ethnological, mytholgical and archaeological material for his histories.