Los nueve libros de la Historia (1 de 2) by Herodotus
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| Author | Herodotus, 481? BCE-421? BCE |
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| Translator | Pou i Puigserver, Bartomeu, 1727-1802 |
| Title | Los nueve libros de la Historia (1 de 2) |
| Original Publication | Madrid: Imprenta Central a cargo de Víctor Saiz, 1878. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 43.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Ramón Pajares Box. (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biblioteca Digital Floridablanca, Fondo antiguo de la Universidad de Murcia.) |
| Summary | "Los nueve libros de la Historia" by Herodotus is a historical account written in the 5th century BC. This seminal work is recognized as one of the earliest examples of historical writing, where Herodotus addresses the rise and fall of empires, notably focusing on the conflict between the Greeks and Persians. The narrative is not confined to mere facts but weaves in stories, cultural descriptions, and themes of human experience that resonate through time. The opening of the text provides an intriguing prologue, detailing the life and background of Herodotus, describing his travels throughout various regions including Asia and Egypt, which informed his understanding of the world. With a commitment to preserving the memory of notable events and figures, Herodotus sets the stage for a chronological recounting of significant historical narratives, starting with the legendary tales of figures like Creso and the Trojan War. He explores the interplay between myth and history, establishing a foundation that invites readers to ponder both the personal motivations of historical actors and the broader societal consequences of their actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Spanish |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | History, Ancient |
| Subject | Greece -- History -- To 146 B.C. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72753 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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