A History of My Times: (Hellenica) by Xenophon (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE A History of My Times by Xenophon, George Cawkwell, Rex Warner Details nearly fifty turbulent years of warfare in Greece between 411 and 362 BC. Presenting the story of the Peloponnesian War at the point where Thucydides finished his magisterial history, this title chronicles the conflicts that ultimately led to the decline of Greece, and the wars with both Thebes and the might of Persia. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A fascinating historical account of Greece at a point of crisisXenophons History recounts nearly fifty turbulent years of warfare in Greece between 411 and 362 BC. Continuing the story of the Peloponnesian War at the point where Thucydides finished his magisterial history, this is a fascinating chronicle of the conflicts that ultimately led to the decline of Greece, and the wars with both Thebes and the might of Persia. An Athenian by birth, Xenophon became a firm supporter of the Spartan cause, and fought against the Athenians in the battle of Coronea. Combining history and memoir, this is a brilliant account of the triumphs and failures of city-states, and a portrait of Greece at a time of crisis. Notes Recounts fifty years of warfare in Greece between 411 and 362 BC. Author Biography Xenophon was an Athenian gentleman born in the early 420s BC. He was a fine officer and leader for Athens, but his support of Socrates led to his banishment. He lived under the protection of Sparta on an estate near Olympia, where he began to write his histories and memoirs.Rex Warner was a Professor at the University of Connecticut. He taught in Egypt and England and was Director of the British Institute in Athens. He died in 1986.George Cawkwell is a Fellow Emeritus of University College, Oxford. He has specialised in the history of Greece from the sixth to the fourth century BC. Table of Contents A History of My TimesIntroductionSelect BibliographyA Note on the NotesA History of My TimesBook OneBook TwoBook ThreeBook FourBook SixBook SevenAppendixMaps:1. The Aegean2. Asia Minor3. Northern Peloponnese and North West Greece4. Central Greece5. Area of the Isthmus and the Saronic Gulf6. Central and Southern Peloponnese7. ChalcidiceIndex Details ISBN0140441751 Author Rex Warner Short Title HIST OF MY TIMES REV/E Pages 432 Edition Description Revised Series Penguin Classics Language English Translator Rex Warner ISBN-10 0140441751 ISBN-13 9780140441758 Media Book Year 1979 Subtitle (Hellenica) Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations notes, maps Edition 1st Tag pengblackclassics Format Paperback Translated from Greek Imprint Penguin Classics DOI 10.1604/9780140441758 UK Release Date 1979-02-22 Publisher Penguin Books Ltd Publication Date 1979-02-22 Alternative 9780141926858 DEWEY 938.06 Audience General NZ Release Date 1979-04-30 AU Release Date 1979-04-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:1083620;

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