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Greek Historiography, Hardback Book

Greek Historiography Hardback

Part of the Blackwell Introductions to the Classical World series

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This volume provides an accessible, comprehensive, and up-to-date survey of the ancient Greek genre of historical writing from its origins before Herodotus to the Greek historians of the Roman imperial era, seven centuries later.

Focuses on the themes of power and human nature, causation, divine justice, leadership, civilization versus barbarism, legacy, and literary receptionIncludes thorough summaries alongside textual analysis that signpost key passages and highlight thematic connections, helping readers navigate their way through the original textsSituates historical writing among the forms of epic and lyric poetry, drama, philosophy, and scienceUses the best current translations and includes a detailed list of further reading that includes important new scholarship

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