Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος, Τόμος τρίτος by Thucydides

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Author Thucydides, 456? BCE-396 BCE
Translator Zervos, I. (Ioannes), 1875-1944
Title Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος, Τόμος τρίτος
Alternate Title Peloponnesian war, Volume 3
Note Reading ease score: 84.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Sophia Canoni. Book provided by Iason Konstnatinides
Summary "Πελοποννησιακός Πόλεμος, Τόμος τρίτος" by Thucydides is a historical account written in the 5th century BC. This work serves as a detailed chronicle of the Peloponnesian War, focusing on the conflict between Athens and Sparta along with their respective allies. Thucydides aims to provide an objective analysis of the events, motivations, and consequences of this significant war in ancient Greece. The opening of this volume introduces the aftermath of a significant military engagement during the Peloponnesian War. It describes a series of tactical maneuvers involving key figures like Cleon and Brasidas, as the Athenians attempt to press their advantage after previous victories. Notably, Brasidas prepares a surprise attack to exploit the Athenian forces' moment of complacency, ultimately leading to an intense battle that results in heavy losses for the Athenians and the heroic death of Brasidas. This early narrative sets the stage for the unfolding complexities of war, leadership, and strategy in this monumental historical conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Greek
LoC Class DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Subject Greece -- History -- Peloponnesian War, 431-404 B.C.
Category Text
EBook-No. 29835
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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