Tom holland is the author of rubicon, persian fire, the forge of christendom, and in the shadow of the sword and is the translator of the histories by herodotus. This book offers a translation of herodotus histories. The histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. Tom holland has emphasized the benefits that rome brought to the world but he also told how people were buried alive, to placate an angry god. It is the earliest surviving work of nonfiction and a thrilling narrative account of among other things the war b. Historian tom holland is the author of the works of history rubicon, persian fire, and the forge of christendom. Translator tom holland argues that the father of history is not only. The histories of herodotus completed in the second half of the 5th century bc is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. An accomplished radio personality in britain, he has written a highly acclaimed series of adaptations for radio 4 of herodotuss histories, virgils aeneid, and homers the iliad and the odyssey. It is the earliest surviving work of nonfiction and a thrilling narrative account of among other things the war between the persia. Tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history w in paperback the histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nfiction writing.
Tom holland herodotus the histories hardback common hardcover 2014. Since it now is in the marketplace in 2015 as a paperback, thousands of readers can pose. Herodotus was born around 480 bc in halicarnassus, on the southwest coast of asia minor. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. How many writers would give their eye teeth to have a book reissued 2,500 years after their death. Tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history now in paperback.
Description tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history now in paperback the histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. Discover book depositorys huge selection of tom holland books online. As holland writes, herodotus great work is many thingsthe first example of nonfiction, the. Histories translated by pamela mensch the beleaguered samians, needing spartan military aid, held up a bag and said. Persian fire, his history of the graecopersian wars, won the anglohellenic leagues runciman award in 2006. Bam presidents pick summer says book club picks bookpage. The triumph and the tragedy of the roman republic, which won the hesselltiltman prize for history and was shortlisted for the samuel johnson prize.
In tom hollands vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of western history. The histories by author herodotus, introduction by paul cartledge, translated by tom holland september, 2014 by herodotus 25 sep 2014 5. It is the earliest surviving work of nonfiction and a thrilling narrative account of among other things the war between the persian empire and the greek citystates. The birth of islam and the rise of the global arab empire, 2012, etc. The histories by herodotus used very good 9780140455397. Book is straight, square, tightly and evenly bound appearing never read no gutter creasing and, except for publishers remainder mark on bottom edge near tail. Finding myself doing a lot of motorway driving and finding both the radio and my cd collection tedious, i decided to have a go at audio books, starting off with hollands rubicon, which i had simply not found the time to read in printed form. Tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history now in paperback the histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. One of western history s greatest books springs to life in tom holland s vibrant new translation herodotus of halicarnassuswho was hailed by cicero as the father of historywrote his histories around 440 bc.
The histories by herodotus, first edition abebooks. Historian tom holland has adapted homer, herodotus, thucydides and virgil for bbc radio. Tom holland is the awardwinning author of rubicon, persian fire, and most recently in the shadow of the sword. The histories by herodotus, paul cartledge waterstones.
Dec 11, 2014 the classical scholar introduces his new translation of herodotus masterpiece the histories. Sep 25, 2014 tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history now in paperback the histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. The histories penguin press ancient classics paperback amazon. Andrew sachs and tom holland are a marriage made in heaven.
The copy of dominion by author, tom holland that was lent to me bears the subtitle the making of the western mind which is how it appears on amazon whereas, at least in goodreads, it is shown as how the christian revolution remade the world. The times literary supplement in tom holland s vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of western history springs to life. Translator tom holland argues that the father of history is not only hugely entertaining but has an amazing capacity to. The times literary supplement in tom hollands vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of western history springs to life. It is the earliest surviving work of nonfiction and a thrilling narrative account of among other things the war between the persian. Herodotuss histories dealt with the clash of civilisations east v west. Nov 19, 2014 tom hollands stirring new translation of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history. Tom holland does a brilliant job of showing the similarities and the differences. The histories by herodotus 2015, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. The classical scholar introduces his new translation of herodotus masterpiece the histories.
I am in awe of tom holland s achievement edith hall tls tom holland has been captivated by herodotus since he was a child. The items we may sell online for these products are books, paperback, hardback, audio cds or cassettes, large print, mp3 and whatever format is available for us to sell online. The histories, 20, translation by tom holland, introduction and notes by paul cartledge. This is a book for the casual reader or a text book for those who like history. The histories by herodotus herodotus penguin books new zealand. His other history books include rubicon, persian fire and the forge of christendom. He is the author of the critically acclaimed history of the fall of the roman republic. His accounts of the great battles of marathon and thermopylae, of. We are based in sydney, australia and ship all over the world. Penguin classics deluxe edition paperback may 19, 2015. The histories by herodotus herodotus penguin books. Having enjoyed hollands translation of herodotus and his roman books i had high hopes for this. Herodotus, translated by tom holland allen lane, pp.
Written in 440 bc in the ionic dialect of classical greek, the histories serves as a record of the ancient traditions, politics, geography, and clashes of various cultures that were known in western asia, northern africa and greece at that time. The histories, herodotus the histories of herodotus is the founding work of history in western literature. Tom holland is an awardwinning historian, author and broadcaster. The histories by herodotus herodotus penguin books new. One of western historys greatest books springs to life in tom hollands vibrant new translation herodotus of halicarnassus who was hailed by cicero as the father of history wrote his histories around 440 bc. Buy your books and related items online with booktopia and we will take care of you. Synopsis tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history now in paperback the histories of herodotus, completed in the second half of the 5th century bc, is generally regarded as the first work of history and the first great masterpiece of nonfiction writing. The histories penguin press ancient classics paperback. Tom holland herodotus the histories hardback common by herodotus, tom holland and paul cartledge on. Herodotus of halicarnassushailed by cicero as the father of. In tom hollands vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of western history springs to life. Brimming with knowledge and legend about ancient geography, ethnography, zoology, and other elements, the histories is filled with straightforward accounts along with bizarre and fantastical stories of the past.
The untold story, a documentary commissioned more about tom holland. In tom hollands vibrant translation, one of the great masterpieces of western. One of western historys greatest books springs to life in tom hollands vibrant new translation herodotus of halicarnassuswho was hailed by cicero as the father of historywrote his histories around 440 bc. Tom holland herodotus the histories hardback common. But while this epic struggle forms the core of his work, herodotus natural. Rubicon was shortlisted for the samuel johnson prize and won the 2004 hesselltiltman prize for history, and persian fire won the anglo. The histories penguin press ancient classics paperback 25. The first example of nonfiction, the text that underlies the entire discipline of history. Tom hollands stirring new translation telegraph of herodotus histories one of the great books in western history now in paperback. Tom hollands stirring new translation of herodotus histories, one of the great books in western history.
The histories by herodotus paperback, 2014 for sale. This is a wonderful book giving readers a detailed knowledge of herodotus histories and a greater understanding of the ancient world. Paperback, mass market paperback, mp3 cd funeral games. The histories by herodotus paperback, 2014 for sale online. The histories by herodotus, paul cartledge, tom holland. I am in awe of tom hollands achievement edith hall tls tom holland has been captivated by herodotus since he was a child. Unquestionably the best english translation of herodotus to have appeared in the past. Herodotus of halicarnassushailed by cicero as the father of historycomposed his histories around 440 bc. Oct 04, 20 herodotuss histories dealt with the clash of civilisations east v west. Hollands book is a performance of its own, full of gusto and flair, and in that way it. Translator tom holland argues that the father of history is not. Few history books since can compare for sheer drama with herodotuss narrative of the persian invasions of greece. Unquestionably the best english translation of herodotus to have appeared in the past halfcentury. Rubicon was shortlisted for the samuel johnson prize and won the hesselltiltman prize for history 2004, and persian fire won the anglohellenic leagues runciman award 2006.
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