Publisher's Synopsis
Xenophon's Anabasis, Book 2 is a historical account of the Greek military expedition led by Cyrus the Younger in 401 BC. The book is a continuation of Xenophon's Anabasis series and follows the journey of the Greek mercenaries as they march through the Persian Empire towards Babylon. The book is divided into ten chapters and covers the period from the Battle of Cunaxa to the arrival of the Greeks at the Tigris River. Xenophon's Anabasis, Book 2 provides a detailed account of the political and military strategies employed by Cyrus and his Greek allies. The book also highlights the challenges faced by the Greek mercenaries as they navigate through unfamiliar terrain, battle hostile forces, and struggle to maintain order and discipline within their ranks. Xenophon's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a vivid depiction of the events and characters involved in the expedition. The book also contains valuable insights into ancient Greek military tactics and culture, making it a valuable resource for historians and scholars. Overall, Xenophon's Anabasis, Book 2 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in ancient Greek history and military strategy.With Introduction, Notes, And Vocabulary.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.
