The Anabasis of Alexander : or, The history of the wars and conquests of
The Anabasis of Alexander : or, The history of the wars and conquests of
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| Author | Arrian, 90-180 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Chinnock, E. J. (Edward James), 1842-1911 |
| Title | The Anabasis of Alexander : or, The history of the wars and conquests of Alexander the Great |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anabasis_of_Alexander |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Stephen Rowland, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Alexander, the Great, 356 B.C.-323 B.C. |
| Subject | Iran -- History -- To 640 |
| Subject | India -- History -- To 324 B.C. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46976 |
| Release Date | September 27, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated |
October 24, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 3673 downloads in the last 30 days. |
| Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free! | |
Description
"Anabasis" by Xenophon is a historical account written in the 4th century BC. The narrative details the journey of a Greek mercenary army as they march into Persia to support Cyrus the Younger in his quest to overthrow his brother, Artaxerxes. The work centers on the themes of leadership, adventure, and the trials faced by the Greek soldiers during their arduous retreat back to Greece following Cyrus's death in battle. At the start of "Anabasis," Xenophon lays the groundwork for the historical context by introducing Cyrus and his motivations to claim the Persian throne. We learn how Cyrus gathers an army under the pretense of fighting against Tissaphernes while secretly plotting to challenge his brother. The opening chapters detail Cyrus's military preparations, the gathering of Greek mercenaries, and the strategic plans for their expedition. As the first stages of their march unfold, the reader is introduced to significant characters and the initial challenges faced by the army, setting the tone for the arduous journey that lies ahead. The confusion and fear of engaging in a conflict with the Achaemenid Empire foreshadow the hardships and moral dilemmas that these soldiers will encounter, making it clear that the journey will be a test of both their courage and unity.
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