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Thucydides' Peloponnesian War - Martin Hammond & P. J. Rhodes (2009 Trade Paperback)

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ISBN-10: 0192821911 Dewey Edition: 22 Item Weight: 19 Oz Book Title: Peloponnesian War Number of Pages: 784 Pages Intended Audience: Trade gtin13: 9780192821911 brand: Oxford University Press, Incorporated Item Height: 1.4 in Publication Year: 2009 Language: English Genre: Philosophy, History Book Series: Oxford World's Classics Ser. Format: Trade Paperback Reviews: "[Hammond's] new translation of Thucydides is a triumph. Fluent yet sinewy, it responds brilliantly to the historian's challenging prose. It is both accurate and lucid. Indeed, its only possible flaw is that it can at times be rather more comprehensible than Thucydides himself! "-Journal of Classical Teaching "A substantial work, but with wonderful readabilityand lightness of touch. The book is excellent value for money and the obvious choice for any reader of Thucydides."-The Anglo-Hellenic Review, The most accurate and readable translation we now have... the only choice for a serious reading of Thucydides., "The most accurate and readable translation we now have... the only choice for a serious reading of Thucydides." -- Steven J. Willet, Arion"This book deserves to be the standard translation of Thucydides that everyone will use and enjoy." -- Greece and Rome"The book is excellent value for money and the obvious choice for any reader of Thucydides." -- John Taylor, The Anglo-Hellenic Review"H.'s new translation of Thucydides is a triumph. Fluent yet sinewy...It is both accurate and lucid." -- James Morwood, Journal of Classical Teaching"Totally indispensable....it is stimulating as well as informative." -- James Morwood, Journal of Classical Teaching"An excellent new translation, with superb notes and introduction. This will become the standard translation for this important author" -- Timothy Duff, Reading University, "[Hammond's] new translation of Thucydides is a triumph. Fluent yet sinewy, it responds brilliantly to the historian's challenging prose. It is both accurate and lucid. Indeed, its only possible flaw is that it can at times be rather more comprehensible than Thucydides himself! "-Journal of Classical Teaching"A substantial work, but with wonderful readabilityand lightness of touch. The book is excellent value for money and the obvious choice for any reader of Thucydides."-The Anglo-Hellenic Review"The most accurate and readable [translation] we now have." -ARION, An excellent new translation, with superb notes and introduction. This will become the standard translation for this important author, "[Hammond's] new translation of Thucydides is a triumph. Fluent yet sinewy, it responds brilliantly to the historian's challenging prose. It is both accurate and lucid. Indeed, its only possible flaw is that it can at times be rather more comprehensible than Thucydides himself! "-Journal of Classical Teaching "A substantial work, but with wonderful readabilityand lightness of touch. The book is excellent value for money and the obvious choice for any reader of Thucydides."-The Anglo-Hellenic Review "The most accurate and readable [translation] we now have." -ARION Synopsis: 'The greatest historian that ever lived'Such was Macaulay's verdict on Thucydides (c. 460-400 BC) and his history of the Peloponnesian War, the momentous struggle between Athens and Sparta as rival powers and political systems that lasted for twenty-seven years from 431 to 404 BC, involved virtually the whole of the Greek world, and ended in the fall of Athens. Thucydides himself was a participant in the war; to his history he brings an awesome intellect, brilliant narrative, and penetrating analysis of the nature of power, as it affects both states and individuals.Of his own work Thucydides wrote: 'I shall be content if [my history] is judged useful by those who will want to have a clear understanding of what happened - and, such is the human condition, will happen again ... It was composed as a permanent legacy, not a showpiece for a single hearing.' So it has proved. Of the prose writers of Greece and Rome Thucydides has had more lasting influence on western thought than all but Plato and Aristotle. This new edition combines a masterly translation with comprehensive supporting material.Find the eBook on VitalSource.FeaturesA major new translation of the greatest ancient historian, Thucydides' brilliant account of the disastrous war waged by Athens against Sparta, with full supporting material making this the most comprehensive single-volume edition in print.Translation by gifted translator Martin Hammond captures the brilliance and complexity of Thucydides' prose.Introduction and notes by an acknowledged authority on ancient Greek history and politics, P. J. Rhodes.Includes summaries of individual Books, textual notes, appendix on weights, measures and distances, money, calendars, up-to-date bibliography.Comprehensive analytical index.Ten maps.ABOUT THE SERIESFor 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., "The greatest historian that ever lived." Such was Macaulay's assessment of Thucydides (c. 460-400 BC) and his history of the Peloponnesian War, the momentous struggle between Athens and Sparta that lasted for twenty-seven years from 431 to 404 BC, involved virtually the whole of the Greek world, and ended in the fall of Athens. A participant in the war himself, Thucydides brings to his history an awesome intellect, brilliant narrative, and penetrating analysis of the nature of power, as it affects both states and individuals. Of the prose writers of the ancient world, Thucydides has had more lasting influence on western thought than all but Plato and Aristotle. This new edition combines a masterly new translation by Martin Hammond with comprehensive supporting material, including summaries of individual Books; textual notes; a comprehensive analytical index; an appendix on weights, measures and distances, money, and calendars; ten maps; an up-to-date bibliography; and an illuminating introduction by P.J. Rhodes. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum 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, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more., Thucydides' history of the Peloponnesian War combines brilliant narrative and penetrating analysis; his writing has had more lasting influence on western thought than all but Plato and Aristotle. This masterly new translation is the most comprehensive single-volume edition currently available., 'The greatest historian that ever lived'Such was Macaulay's verdict on Thucydides (c. 460-400 BC) and his history of the Peloponnesian War, the momentous struggle between Athens and Sparta as rival powers and political systems that lasted for twenty-seven years from 431 to 404 BC, involved virtually the whole of the Greek world, and ended in the fall of Athens. Thucydides himself was a participant in the war; to his history he brings an awesome intellect, brilliant narrative, and penetrating analysis of the nature of power, as it affects both states and individuals.Of his own work Thucydides wrote: 'I shall be content if [my history] is judged useful by those who will want to have a clear understanding of what happened - and, such is the human condition, will happen again ... It was composed as a permanent legacy, not a showpiece for a single hearing.' So it has proved. Of the prose writers of Greece and Rome Thucydides has had more lasting influence on western thought than all but Plato and Aristotle. This new edition combines a masterly translation with comprehensive supporting material. TitleLeading: The ISBN-13: 9780192821911 Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated Author: Thucydides, Martin Hammond, P. J. Rhodes LCCN: 2008-049469 Dewey Decimal: 938/.05 Item Width: 5.1 in LC Classification Number: DF229.T5H36 2009 Topic: Military / Ancient, History & Surveys / Ancient & Classical Illustrator: Yes Item Length: 7.7 in

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Peloponnesian War, Paperback by Thucydides; Hammond, Martin (TRN); Rhodes, P. J. (INT), ISBN 0192821911, ISBN-13 9780192821911, Brand New, Free shipping in the US "The greatest historian that ever lived." Such was Macaulay's assessment of Thucydides (c. 460-400 BC) and his history of the Peloponnesian War, the momentous struggle between Athens and Sparta that lasted for twenty-seven years from 431 to 404 BC, involved virtually the whole of the Greek
world, and ended in the fall of Athens. A participant in the war himself, Thucydides brings to his history an awesome intellect, brilliant narrative, and penetrating analysis of the nature of power, as it affects both states and individuals. Of the prose writers of the ancient world, Thucydides has
had more lasting influence on western thought than all but Plato and Aristotle. This new edition combines a masterly new translation by Martin Hammond with comprehensive supporting material, including summaries of individual Books; textual notes; a comprehensive analytical index; an appendix on
weights, measures and distances, money, and calendars; ten maps; an up-to-date bibliography; and an illuminating introduction by . Rhodes.

About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum 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, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

  1. This translation of Thucydides' classic is incredibly readable while staying true to the original. Hammond's smooth prose and Rhodes' insightful introduction make ancient history feel alive. Perfect for students and history lovers—it captures the drama, politics, and lessons of the war with clarity. A must-have for anyone interested in Greek history or military strategy. Highly recommended!

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