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Book Synopsis: “Unquestionably the best English translation of Herodotus to have appeared in the past half-century.” —The Times Literary Supplement
In Tom Holland’s vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of Western history springs to life. Herodotus of Halicarnassus—hailed by Cicero as the “Father of History”—composed his histories around 440 BC. The earliest surviving work of nonfiction, The Histories works its way from the Trojan War through an epic account of the war between the Persian empire and the Greek city-states in the fifth century BC, recording landmark events that ensured the development of Western culture and still capture our modern imagination. Beautifully packaged in a Penguin Classics Deluxe edition with a comprehensive array of tools to guide first-time readers and experts alike, this accessible translation makes Herodotus fresh and irresistible once more.
For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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Discover the extraordinary tales that shaped our world with The Histories: Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition. Immerse yourself in the epic account of the war between the Persian empire and the Greek city-states, as recorded by the "Father of History" himself, Herodotus of Halicarnassus. Tom Holland's vibrant translation brings this timeless masterpiece to life, ensuring that you experience the birth of Western culture like never before.
With its comprehensive array of tools, this accessible edition is perfect for both first-time readers and experts seeking fresh insights. Delve into the Trojan War, witness landmark events that transformed Western civilization, and let your imagination soar as you explore the captivating chapters within this Deluxe Edition. As the leading publisher of classic literature, Penguin has curated over 1,700 titles to represent a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines.
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