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The Histories (Oxford World's Classics) Book

Herodotus is not only known as the `father of history', as Cicero called him, but also the father of ethnography; as well as charting the historical background to the Persian Wars, his curiosity also prompts frequent digression on the cultures of the peoples he introduces. While much of the information he gives has proved to be astonishingly accurate, he also entertains us with delightful tales of one-eyed men and gold-digging ants. This readable new translation is supplemented with expansive notes that provide readers the background that they need to appreciate the book in depth. 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.Read More

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  • Blackwell

    The father of history, as Cicero called him, and a writer possessed of remarkable narrative gifts, enormous scope, and considerable charm, Herodotus has always been beloved by readers well-versed in the classics. Compelled by his desire to...

  • BookDepository

    The Histories : Paperback : Oxford University Press : 9780199535668 : 0199535663 : 15 May 2008 : Originally published: Oxford; New York: Oxford University Press, 1998.

  • Pickabook

    Herodotus, Robin Waterfield (Trans), Carolyn Dewald (Editor)

  • 0199535663
  • 9780199535668
  • Herodotus
  • 17 April 2008
  • Oxford Paperbacks
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 840
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