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Xenophon's Expedition of Cyrus, Books 1-3 is a historical account of the journey of Cyrus the Younger, a Persian prince who attempted to overthrow his brother, the king, and seize the throne for himself. The book is written by Xenophon, a Greek historian who accompanied Cyrus on his expedition.The first book provides background information on Cyrus and his motivations for rebellion, as well as an overview of the political situation in Persia at the time. The second book describes the initial stages of the expedition, including the gathering of troops and the journey from Sardis to Babylon. The third book details the battle at Cunaxa, where Cyrus was killed and his army defeated by the king's forces.Throughout the book, Xenophon provides detailed descriptions of the geography, climate, and customs of the regions through which the expedition passed. He also offers insights into the personalities and motivations of the key figures involved in the conflict.Xenophon's Expedition of Cyrus, Books 1-3 is considered an important historical document, as it provides a firsthand account of a significant event in ancient Persian history. It is also valued for its literary style, which is clear, concise, and engaging.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.
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- Auteur(s) :
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Contenu
- Nombre de pages :
- 158
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781104533977
- Date de parution :
- 10-05-09
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 152 mm x 229 mm
- Poids :
- 217 g
