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Paul A. Rahne "The Washington Times" Without question, this is the finest edition of Thueydides history ever produced; It is a treasure.
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Thucydides called his account of two decades of war between Athens and Sparta "possession for all time, " and indeed it is the first and still most famous work in the Western historical tradition. Considered essential reading for generals, statesmen, and liberally educated citizens for more than 2,000 years, "The Peloponnesian War" is a mine of military, moral, political, and philosophical wisdom.
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Thucydides, an Athenian, wrote the history of the war between the Peloponnesians and the Athenians, beginning at the moment that it broke out, and believing that it would be a great war, and more worthy of relation than any that had precede it. Read the first page
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Thucydides, an Athenian, wrote the history of the war between the Peloponnesians and the Athenians, beginning at the moment that it broke out, and believing that it would be a great war, and more worthy of relation than any that had precede it. Read the first page
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It is hard to imagine, no, I cannot imagine, a clearer, more lucid setting out of a great classic work. Strassler's abundant maps, well-thought-out appendices and helpful footnotes clear the path for the reader through an absolutely gripping, but not always transparent, work.
First credit must go, of course, to Thucydides for his monumental effort, his mastery of an enormously complex chronicle of events and his profound insights into the personalities and the political interests which impelled the events of the war. But Strassler has provided the means for any interested amateur reader of history to enjoy fully and at first reading this marvelous epic. This is perhaps the best presentation of a classic work I have ever encountered. Well done!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is the best way for the non-scholar to approach Thucydides. This volume has it's own built in atlas! Every town,village or city mentioned is indexed with one of the books maps! There's almost a map on every other page. Every reference in the text is explained. The only problem is that all you get is Thucydides. If you want a modern history of this war, get Donald Kagan's history of the Peloponnesian war. It's an excellent history and makes a nice set with The Landmark Thucydides.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
For those seeking to understand the nature of war and human behavior in war, this is the book to read. The story of greed and ambition - and the adverse effects it can have on policy - threads its way through the book. Thucydides' remark, "I have written this work, not as an essay which is to win applause of the moment, but as a possession for all time" is a very appropriate statement. The eternity of Thucydides' work is evident in the similarities of policy and war today as compared to the author's world. The numerous maps and footnoting within this book, makes it much easier to comprehend than other accounts of the Peloponnesian War.
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Excellent value for money. Clearly organised and concise. Language has been adapted for ease of reading without loss of accuracy. Read more
Published 1 month ago by PAULO J PERES
Kindle version does not work well
I purchased the Kindle version of this book but unfortunately it does not work well on Kindle. There are a number of errors in the text, presumably resulting from the transfer... Read more
Published 10 months ago by TrevorB
GOOD MAPS, UNREADABLE TRANSLATION
This book is undoubtedly valuable for its regular maps, however patronising they may be (for example, indicating which country is Greece on every map); its chronology and chapter... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2005 by "jpspero"
Fascinating, easily readable with the help of notes, maps
In spite of its daunting appearance, I have derived unique enjoyment from reading this edition. There is always a footnote appearing as soon as you feel the need for one; the... Read more
Published on 8 Dec 1998
The Translation for the Layman
When I first bought this book I was a little frightened. After all, Thucydides did not write for the common man. Read more
Published on 30 Sep 1998
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