Herodotus
Herodotus, often referred to as the "Father of History," was a Greek historian born in Halicarnassus around 484 BCE. His works provide a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world, particularly the Greco-Persian Wars. With a keen eye for detail and a narrative style that blends storytelling with factual reporting, Herodotus sought to document the past in a way that made it accessible and engaging for his audience. His inquiries and observations not only chronicle historical events but also reflect the cultures and peoples he encountered during his travels throughout the ancient Mediterranean.
Exploring Herodotus's work is like stepping into a time machine that transports you to the bustling markets of ancient cities and the battlefields where empires clashed. His most famous work, "Histories," is a captivating tapestry of tales, rich in character and context. As you dive into his writings, you'll discover the depth of human experience, from the triumphs to the tragedies. We invite you to delve into the world of Herodotus here in the app, where his unique perspective on history awaits your curiosity.
Herodotus' Histories Vol 1
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The Histories of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histori…
Libro I de la Historia de Heródoto
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Las Historias (en griego antiguo ἱστορίαι historíai 'aproximaciones, investigaciones') de Heródoto de Halicarnaso (484–despu&e…
Herodotus' Histories Vol 2
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Herodotus
The Histories of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histori…
Herodotus' Histories Vol 3
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Herodotus
The Histories of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histori…
Libro II de la Historia de Heródoto
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Las Historias (en griego antiguo ἱστορίαι historíai 'aproximaciones, investigaciones') de Heródoto de Halicarnaso (484–despu&e…
Libro III de la Historia de Heródoto
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Las Historias de Heródoto de Halicarnaso (484–después del 430 a. C.) es una obra que tiene como objetivo narrar las Guerras M&…
An Account of Egypt by Herodotus
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HERODOTUS was born at Halicarnassus, on the southwest coast of Asia Minor, in the early part of the fifth century, B. C. Of his life we know…
Libro IV de la Historia de Heródoto
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Refiere Heródoto en su cuarto libro de las historias, las dos expediciones de los persas contra los Escitas y la Libia. - Summary by …
Libro VI de la Historia de Heródoto
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Histieo continúa induciendo a los Jonios a batirse contra los Persas. Derrota de la armada jonia y toma de Mileto. La armada persa se…
Libro V de la Historia de Heródoto
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Costumbres de los Tracios. Alejandro se venga de los embajadores Persas enviados a Macedonia. Política de Darío con Histieo, s…
Libro IX de la Historia de Heródoto
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El libro noveno y último de las Historias de Heródoto, bajo el nombre de la Musa Calíope, narra las sucesivas batallas …
Libro VII de la Historia de Heródoto
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Muere Darío haciendo contra la Grecia aprestos militares que continua su hijo Jerges: con este objeto hace abrir un canal en el Athos…
Libro VIII de la Historia de Heródoto
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Reseña de la armada griega reunida en Artemisio, donde atacada por la de Jerges, y despues de dos combates se re tira hácia Sa…