Herodotus: Histories Book VII

By Chris Carey,Herodotus | Publisher: Cambridge University Press

About the book

Book VII is a pivotal book in Herodotus' Histories. It brings together many of the work's themes and contains the legendary story of the ultimately unsuccessful Greek resistance to the Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylai. This edition provides all the linguistic help and historical background required by students.

Editions of Herodotus: Histories Book VII

Hardcover
ISBN 9780521474153
Paperback
ISBN 9780521479462

Read an Excerpt

Book VII is a pivotal book in Herodotus' Histories. It brings together many of the work's themes and contains the legendary story of the ultimately unsuccessful Greek resistance to the Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylai. This edition provides all the linguistic help and historical background required by students.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Herodotus: Histories Book VII about?

Book VII is a pivotal book in Herodotus' Histories. It brings together many of the work's themes and contains the legendary story of the ultimately unsuccessful Greek resistance to the Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylai. This edition provides all the linguistic help and historical background required by students.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Herodotus: Histories Book VII?

Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Literature: history and criticism > Literary studies: general > Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval

Where can I read a sample of Herodotus: Histories Book VII?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780521474153

How long is Herodotus: Histories Book VII and how many pages does it have?

Herodotus: Histories Book VII has 550 page(s)

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Herodotus: Histories Book VII?

Chris Carey,Herodotus

Who is the Publisher of the book Herodotus: Histories Book VII?

Cambridge University Press

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Herodotus: Histories Book VII is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780521474153) and paperback(ISBN 9780521479462)

Where can I buy Herodotus: Histories Book VII online or support local independent bookshops?

You can buy Herodotus: Histories Book VII from below

Where can I buy Herodotus: Histories Book VII?