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The Histories

Herodotus
Greek. Ἱστορίαι · 5 век до н. э.
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The Histories by Herodotus is the first historical work in Western literature, covering the events of the Greco-Persian Wars. Herodotus describes the causes and progression of the conflicts between the Greek city-states and the Persian Empire, paying attention to cultural, geographical, and political aspects. He explores the customs and traditions of various peoples encountered by the Greeks and seeks to explain how these factors influenced the course of history. Herodotus also pays attention to myths and legends, which he believes played a significant role in shaping historical consciousness. His work is an important source of information about the ancient world and is considered a foundational text in the development of historical science.

The Histories
Date of publication: 16 October 2024
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The Histories
Author: 
Herodotus
Original title: Greek. Ἱστορίαι · 5 век до н. э.