Herodotus
'The Tale of the Great Persian War' recounts the epic struggle between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the 5th century BC. Drawn from the celebrated Histories of Herodotus and adapted by G.W. Cox, this narrative brings to life the key events and figures of this pivotal conflict. From the battles of Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis to the political intrigues and strategic decisions that shaped the war’s outcome, the book offers a compelling account of courage, resilience, and the defense of freedom against overwhelming odds.Herodotus’s vivid storytelling and insightful analysis provide a unique window into the ancient world, capturing the cultural clashes and the enduring legacy of the Greco-Persian Wars. This accessible retelling makes a classic work of history available to a wider audience, ensuring that the lessons and drama of this ancient conflict continue to resonate.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
