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The Histories, by Herodotus, is part of the Barnes & Noble Classicsseries, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of Barnes & Noble Classics: New introductions commissioned from today's top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the reader's viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriateAll editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. Barnes & Noble Classics pulls together a constellation of influencesbiographical, historical, and literaryto enrich each reader's understanding of these enduring works.The world's first great narrative history, Herodotus's The Histories vividly describes how the Greeksfew in number, poor, and disunitedmanaged to repulse a massive invasion by the powerful Persian army in the 5th century b.c. This amazing upset victory changed the course of western civilization, as the cities that led the resistanceAthens and Spartabecame the two major powers on the Greek mainland. The remarkable period that followed introduced revolutionary ideas about democracy, education, philosophy, drama, andthanks to Herodotusthe writing of history.A wonderful storyteller, Herodotus filled the Histories with amusing anecdotes and dialogue, human details about the lives of important political figures, and a kaleidoscope of viewpoints from people of many lands. Magnificent in compass and enormously entertaining, the Histories is not only the leading source of original information for Greek history during the allimportant period between 550 and 479 b.c., but also an artistic masterpiece that created a new genre of literature.Features maps of several noted battles, index of proper names, and a general index.Donald Lateiner teaches Greek, Latin, Ancient History and Comparative Folklore in the HumanitiesClassics department at Ohio Wesleyan University. His scholarship focuses on Homer and Herodotus. He has published a book on each. He also researches nonverbal behaviors in ancient literature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of The Histories by Herodotus? A: The main theme of The Histories explores the conflict between the Greek city-states and the Persian Empire, highlighting the concepts of democracy, power, and cultural exchanges during the 5th century B.C.
- Q: Is The Histories part of a series? A: Yes, The Histories is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics series, which features classic literature with added commentary, maps, and scholarly insights.
- Q: How many pages does The Histories have? A: The Histories contains a total of 624 pages, providing a comprehensive look at ancient history.
- Q: Who is the author of The Histories? A: The author of The Histories is Herodotus, often referred to as the 'Father of History'.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this edition of The Histories? A: This edition of The Histories is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was The Histories first published? A: The Histories was first published on August 1, 2005, in this particular edition.
- Q: What additional features are included in this edition? A: This edition includes features such as maps of noted battles, an index of proper names, and a general index for easier navigation.
- Q: What makes Barnes & Noble Classics editions unique? A: Barnes & Noble Classics editions offer new introductions, author biographies, footnotes, study questions, and bibliographies, enhancing the reader's understanding of the text.
- Q: Is The Histories suitable for students? A: Yes, The Histories is suitable for students and general readers, offering accessible insights into ancient history and critical thinking through study questions.
- Q: Who teaches about Herodotus and The Histories? A: Donald Lateiner, a professor at Ohio Wesleyan University, teaches courses on Greek, Latin, and Ancient History, and has published works focused on Herodotus.