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Herodotean Fire Paperback – October 19, 2022

by Lycurgus (Author)
5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 14 ratings
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Herodotus provides one of the most vivid portals into the ancient world. His history is raw, fantastical, and expansive — going beyond the Hellenes and giving considerable attention to the habits and customs of other ancient peoples like the Egyptians, Persians, Thracians, and Scythians. But most importantly, Herodotus features the Greeks at their best — from their idyllic archaic age up through their illustrious victories in the Persian Wars.

Herodotus clearly states the purpose of his history: "So the deeds of great men may not be forgotten by the lapse of time." Unfortunately, each generation of men seem to be further and further removed from these great stories. As a result, we find the average man more hunched over, more defeated, and with no destiny in his gaze. But Herodotus' Histories is part of an invaluable inheritance that is just waiting to be drawn from. This rich history can set man afire with great passion and yearning for distant shores.

This book contains commentary on over ninety passages spanning all nine books of Herodotus' Histories. Much of the literature around Herodotus is overly academic and incredibly boring. The goal of this commentary is to provide a breath of fresh air.
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    October 19, 2022
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    5.5 x 0.51 x 8.5 inches
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    979-8351368863
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BJTTKDCJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (October 19, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 203 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8351368863
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.51 x 8.5 inches
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ebiz
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice intro to Herodotus
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2023
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I really liked the format of couple paragraphs source text followed by brief context/explanation. Would be interested in reading other works by this author
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Scott S.
5.0 out of 5 stars A tour through Greek history with lessons for today
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2023
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I was never taught Greek history in school. Now I know why. This book delivers highlights from Herodotus with analysis that relates it to present day. The stories of great heroes and wise leaders make the reader loathe his current station and yearn to improve. Do yourself a favor. Read this and feel contempt for your modern self.
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Da Mama
5.0 out of 5 stars Great, easy to understand analysis
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2022
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This is a great book for someone who is interested in Greek history but doesn't have the background or the time to do a deep dive into Heroditus and his histories. The author does a great job in boiling down the analysis of different stories into short and easy to read synopsis. Highly recommend.
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anon friend
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting and invigorating reading of Herodotus
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2023
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Excellent commentary on some of the best stories from Herodotus.
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Benjamin Noack
5.0 out of 5 stars Intersting History
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2023
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Much to learn, told with humor, highly recommend.
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John Maher
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2022
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Read it. Learn it. Love it.
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Agathokles
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Narrative
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2023
Book is an excellent and original take on the wisdom of the ancients and the applicability of those lessons to today’s times. Should be an addition to every library and mandatory reading list.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent companion to the primary text.
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2022
Excellent companion to the classic text, empahisizing the many practical lessons for us today. Highly recommended, together with the Landmark Herodotus and Eva Brann's Then and Now.
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