History: Book Guide, Author and Facts
History by Herodotus — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
One of the earliest histories of the western world still extant, this gives a contemporary account of the Greco-Persian wars of the fifth century BCE with the rise of the Achaemenid Empire under Cyrus the Great.
Quick facts about History
- Title: History
- Author: Herodotus
- First published: 1494
- Genre: ancient history, history, early works to 1800
- OpenLibrary ID: OL15678068W
Where to read History
History by Herodotus is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is History about?
One of the earliest histories of the western world still extant, this gives a contemporary account of the Greco-Persian wars of the fifth century BCE with the rise of the Achaemenid Empire under Cyrus the Great..
Who wrote History?
History was written by Herodotus.
When was History published?
History was first published in 1494.
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