“How much better a thing it is to be envied than to be pitied.”
Quote by Herodotus
Work
The History of Herodotus: A New English Version, Ed. with Copious Notes and Appendices, Illustrating the History and Geography of Herodotus, from the Most Recent Sources of Information; and Embodying the Chief Results, Historical and Ethnographical, which Have Been Obtained in the Progress of Cuneiform and Hieroglyphical Discovery
The book presents a new English translation of Herodotus' historical narratives, accompanied by detailed notes and appendices. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Herodotus' history and geography, utilizing the latest information from cuneiform and hieroglyphic research. more
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: Tr. from the Greek for the Use of General Readers; with Short Explanatory Notes