The History of the Peloponnesian War: The Illustrated Paperback Edition: The Definitive Account of the Athens-Sparta Conflict with Original Art and Modern Chapter Titles - Couverture souple

Thucydides

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ISBN 13 : 9798291823170

Editeur : Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

A Timeless Masterpiece, Thoughtfully Designed for the Modern Reader

Thucydides' foundational work on war, politics, and power remains essential reading, but its original structure can be a challenge for today's student and history enthusiast. This high-quality paperback edition from BY2NEXT Publishing was created to offer a more accessible and engaging journey into one of history's greatest texts.

We have meticulously organized the narrative into eight thematic Parts, further broken down into clear, modern chapters. This structure illuminates the causes of the war, the great plague of Athens, the disastrous Sicilian expedition, and the ultimate collapse of the Athenian empire, making the complex chain of events easier to follow and comprehend.

This Paperback Edition Features:

• Stunning Original Illustrations: Each of the eight books is introduced by a full-page artwork in the majestic style of Roman sculpture, capturing the dramatic grandeur of the events.

• Clear, Accessible Structure: The original text is broken down into chapters with descriptive titles like "The Melian Dialogue – Might vs Right" and "Disaster at Syracuse," making the history intuitive to navigate.

• Elegant & Readable Layout: Presented with a clean, classic typography designed for a comfortable and immersive reading experience.

• Exclusive Editorial Content: Includes a publisher's preface detailing the vision for this edition and a concise "About the Author" biography.

Perfect for students, historians, and anyone seeking to understand the timeless dynamics of conflict and human nature. This edition offers the complete, unabridged text in a format that respects the original while welcoming a new generation of readers.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798291823170
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 572
• Éditeur: PUBLISHING BY2NEXT
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Printed by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg