The Histories of Herodotus Ebook Tooltip

Afbeeldingen

Inkijkexemplaar

Artikel vergelijken

  • Engels
  • E-book
  • 9788027244041
  • 02 november 2018
  • Adobe ePub
Alle productspecificaties
  • Je leest ebooks gemakkelijk op je Kobo e-reader, of op je smartphone of tablet met de bol.com Kobo app. Let op! Ebooks kunnen niet geannuleerd of geretourneerd worden.

Herodotus

Few facts are known about the life of Herodotus. He was born around 490 BC in Halicarnassus, on the south-west coast of Asia Minor. He seems to have travelled widely throughout the Mediterranean world, including Egypt, Africa, the area around the Black Sea and throughout many Greek city-states, of both the mainland and the islands. A sojourn in Athens is part of the traditional biography, and there he is said to have given public readings of his work and been friends with the playwright Sophocles. He is said also to have taken part in the founding of the colony of Thurii in Italy in 443 BC. He probably died at some time between 415 and 410 BC. His reputation has varied greatly, but for the ancients and many moderns he well deserves the title (first given to him by Cicero) of ‘the Father of History’.

Samenvatting

The Histories of Herodotus is a monumental work that lays the foundation for the study of history. Herodotus brings to life the ancient world with vivid descriptions of wars, customs, and cultures. His narrative style combines reportage with storytelling, making the text engaging and accessible. Written in the 5th century BCE, The Histories is considered one of the earliest works of Western literature and a pioneering example of historical writing. Herodotus' critical investigation of events and reliance on eyewitness accounts set a standard for future historians. The book presents a wealth of information on the Persian Wars, the rise of the Greek city-states, and the customs of various peoples. Herodotus' timeless exploration of human nature and the complexities of civilization make The Histories a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of history as a discipline. Herodotus, often referred to as the 'Father of History,' was a Greek historian known for his meticulous research and global perspective. His travels to Egypt, Babylon, and Persia provided him with firsthand knowledge that he incorporated into his writings. The Histories reflects Herodotus' curiosity about different cultures and his belief in the cyclical nature of human affairs. This magnum opus solidified his reputation as a master storyteller and historian, whose influence continues to be felt today in the field of historiography.

Productspecificaties

Inhoud

Taal
en
Bindwijze
E-book
Oorspronkelijke releasedatum
02 november 2018
Ebook Formaat
Adobe ePub
Illustraties
Nee

Betrokkenen

Hoofdauteur
Herodotus
Tweede Auteur
Henry Cary
Hoofduitgeverij
Musaicum Books

Vertaling

Eerste Vertaler
Henry Cary
Tweede Vertaler
Henry Cary
Originele titel
The Histories of Herodotus

Lees mogelijkheden

Lees dit ebook op
Android (smartphone en tablet) | Kobo e-reader | Desktop (Mac en Windows) | iOS (smartphone en tablet) | Windows (smartphone en tablet)

Overige kenmerken

Studieboek
Nee

EAN

EAN
9788027244041
Nog geen reviews

Waarom een goede keuze?

Wij vinden dit artikel een goede keuze, want het heeft positieve eigenschappen vergeleken met soortgelijke artikelen, zoals keur- of kenmerken op sociaal en ecologisch gebied.

Keur- of kenmerken

  • Digitaal boek
Lees meer over ons Goede Keuze-label

Onbeperkt lezen met Kobo Plus

Start direct met lezen op je Kobo e-reader of de bol.com Kobo app

Wat je kan verwachten:
  • Kies uit tienduizenden Nederlands- en Engelstalige e-books
  • De eerste 30 dagen zijn gratis, daarna € 9,99 per maand
  • Opzeggen kan altijd

Meer informatie over Kobo Plus

Alle bindwijzen en edities (3)

  • 1,99
    Direct beschikbaar
  • 0,99
    Direct beschikbaar
  • 32,99
    2 - 3 weken Tooltip