The Eighth Book of Thucydides’ History (1893)

The Eighth Book of Thucydides' History is a historical text written by the ancient Greek historian Thucydides, first published in 1893. The book is part of Thucydides' larger work, The History of the Peloponnesian War, which chronicles the conflict between Athens and Sparta from 431-404 BC. The Eighth Book focuses on the events of the year 413 BC, when Athens launched a disastrous expedition against the Sicilian city of Syracuse. Thucydides provides a detailed account of the planning and execution of the expedition, as well as the subsequent battles and eventual defeat of the Athenian forces. The book also includes Thucydides' analysis of the reasons for Athens' failure, including their overconfidence and lack of proper preparation. Thucydides' writing is known for its impartiality and attention to detail, and The Eighth Book is no exception, providing a vivid and insightful account of a pivotal moment in Greek history. Overall, The Eighth Book of Thucydides' History is a valuable resource for scholars of ancient history and anyone interested in the politics and warfare of ancient Greece.With Notes And Introduction.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.