Publisher's Synopsis
Xenophon's Expedition of Cyrus, Books 1-3 is a historical account of the Persian prince Cyrus the Younger's failed attempt to overthrow his brother, King Artaxerxes II, and seize the throne. The book is written by the ancient Greek historian and soldier, Xenophon, who was a participant in the expedition.The first book sets the scene and describes the political situation in Persia at the time. It introduces the main players, including Cyrus, Artaxerxes, and their respective armies. The second book details the expedition itself, including the battles, marches, and negotiations that took place. The third book describes the aftermath of the failed rebellion, including the fate of the various leaders and soldiers involved.Throughout the book, Xenophon provides vivid descriptions of the landscape and the people he encountered, as well as insights into the military tactics and strategies employed by both sides. He also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on the events that took place.Xenophon's Expedition of Cyrus, Books 1-3 is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in ancient Persian and Greek history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, ancient civilizations, or the art of storytelling.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.
