“There is nothing more foolish, nothing more given to outrage than a useless mob.”
Quote by Herodotus
Author
Herodotus
Herodotus, known as the 'Father of History', was a renowned Greek historian. Born in 484 BC and died in 425 BC, he is celebrated for his meticulous research and unique narrative style. His masterpiece, 'The Histories', documents the Greco-Persian Wars and the customs of the regions around them. more
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Source: Herodotus: A sketch of the life of Herodotus. Chio. Euterpe. v. 2. Euterpe continued. Thalia. Melpomene. v. 3. Melpomene continued. Terpsichore. Erato. Polymnia. v. 4. Polymnia continued. Urania. Calliope. Index
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