Greek Historiography Paperback / softback
by Thomas F. Scanlon
Part of the Blackwell Introductions to the Classical World series
Paperback / softback
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This volume provides an accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date survey of the ancient Greek genre of historical writing from its origins before Herodotus to the Greek historians of the Roman imperial era, seven centuries later. * Focuses on the themes of power and human nature, causation, divine justice, leadership, civilization versus barbarism, legacy, and literary reception * Includes thorough summaries alongside textual analysis that signpost key passages and highlight thematic connections, helping readers navigate their way through the original texts * Situates historical writing among the forms of epic and lyric poetry, drama, philosophy, and science * Uses the best current translations and includes a detailed list of further reading that includes important new scholarship
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:312 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:16/08/2019
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- ISBN:9781405145237
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Out of StockMore expected soonContact us for further information
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:312 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:16/08/2019
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- ISBN:9781405145237
