The History of the Peloponnesian War

The History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides is a foundational work of history and political realism on war, power, leadership, rhetoric, and civil conflict.

At a glance A foundational history of war, power, rhetoric, and political realism The History of the… Written by an Athenian historian and general who witnessed the conflict between Athens… Its account remains essential because it treats political conflict with unusual… Readers continue to turn to Thucydides for the sharpness of his analysis.

This DotBooks edition is particularly valuable for readers interested in ancient history, political thought, military history, diplomacy, classical studies, and the long tradition of trying to understand how wars begin…