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The Peloponnesian War (Paperback, Revised)
Series: Oxford World's Classics
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'The greatest historian that ever lived' Such was Macaulay's
verdict on Thucydides (c. 460-400 BC) and his history of the
Peloponnesian War, the momentous struggle between Athens and Sparta
as rival powers and political systems that lasted for twenty-seven
years from 431 to 404 BC, involved virtually the whole of the Greek
world, and ended in the fall of Athens. Thucydides himself was a
participant in the war; to his history he brings an awesome
intellect, brilliant narrative, and penetrating analysis of the
nature of power, as it affects both states and individuals. Of his
own work Thucydides wrote: 'I shall be content if [my history] is
judged useful by those who will want to have a clear understanding
of what happened - and, such is the human condition, will happen
again ... It was composed as a permanent legacy, not a showpiece
for a single hearing.' So it has proved. Of the prose writers of
Greece and Rome Thucydides has had more lasting influence on
western thought than all but Plato and Aristotle. This new edition
combines a masterly translation with comprehensive supporting
material. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's
Classics has made available the widest range of literature from
around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's
commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a
wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions
by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text,
up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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