Selections Adapted From Xenophon: Part 1, Scenes From Greek History From Arginusae To Mantinea

by Xenophon

Selections Adapted From Part 1, Scenes From Greek History From Arginusae To Mantinea (1876) is a book that features a collection of adapted scenes from the works of Xenophon, a Greek historian and philosopher. The book focuses on the historical period from the Battle of Arginusae to the Battle of Mantinea, which took place during the Peloponnesian War. The scenes in the book cover a range of topics, including military strategy, politics, and leadership. The book provides readers with a glimpse into the lives of ancient Greeks and their struggles during this tumultuous period in history. The adapted scenes are written in English and are designed to be accessible to modern readers. The book also includes notes and commentary to help readers understand the context and significance of each scene. Overall, Selections Adapted From Part 1, Scenes From Greek History From Arginusae To Mantinea (1876) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, military strategy, or leadership.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

240 pages, Paperback

Published October 1, 2008

About the author

Xenophon (Ancient Greek Ξενοφῶν, Modern Greek Ξενοφώντας; ca. 431 – 355 BC), son of Gryllus, of the deme Erchia of Athens, was a soldier, mercenary and a contemporary and admirer of Socrates. He is known for his writings on the history of his own times, preserving the sayings of Socrates, and the life of ancient Greece.

Historical and biographical works:
Anabasis (or The Persian Expedition)
Cyropaedia
Hellenica
Agesilaus

Socratic works and dialogues:
Memorabilia
Oeconomicus
Symposium
Apology
Hiero

Short treatises:
On Horsemanship
The Cavalry General
Hunting with Dogs
Ways and Means
Constitution of Sparta