Herodotus: A Very Short Introduction
Download or Read eBook Herodotus: A Very Short Introduction PDF written by Jennifer T. Roberts and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2011-06-23 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Jennifer T. Roberts |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
| Total Pages | : 145 |
| Release | : 2011-06-23 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780199575992 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0199575991 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (92 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Herodotus: A Very Short Introduction by : Jennifer T. Roberts
Book excerpt: Jennifer Roberts introduces the background and writing of the 5th century Greek thinker and researcher Herodotus of Halicarnassus, who invented the genre of historical investigation. She discusses all aspects of his work, including his fascination with his origins; his travels; his interest in seeing the world; and the recurring themes of his work.
