Easy Selections from Thucydides (1885)

Easy Selections from Thucydides is a book that was first published in 1885. It is a collection of selected passages from the works of the ancient Greek historian Thucydides, who is known for his account of the Peloponnesian War. The book is intended to make Thucydides' writing more accessible to readers who may not be familiar with the ancient Greek language or the historical context in which he wrote. The selected passages cover a range of topics, including the causes and events of the Peloponnesian War, the political and military strategies of the Greek city-states, and the speeches and debates of the key figures involved in the conflict. The book also includes notes and commentary to help readers understand the context and significance of each passage. Overall, Easy Selections from Thucydides is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.