Thukydides (1897)

Thukydides is a historical account of the Peloponnesian War written by the Greek historian Thucydides. The book was originally published in 431 BC and was later translated into English in 1897. The work provides a detailed and objective account of the war between Athens and Sparta, including the causes, events, and consequences of the conflict. Thucydides������� writing style is characterized by its clarity, precision, and impartiality, and he is considered one of the greatest historians of all time. The book is divided into eight books and covers a period of approximately 27 years. It includes descriptions of battles, speeches, and diplomatic negotiations, as well as insights into the political and social structures of ancient Greece. Thukydides is a seminal work of Western history and is still widely read and studied today.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.