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Donald Kagan, a leading classical and military historian, presents a comprehensive account of the Peloponnesian War, the decade‑long conflict that divided Greece from 431 to 404 B.C. The book examines the rise and fall of the Athenian and Spartan empires, the political and military strategies that shaped the war, and the profound impact the conflict has had on Western thought. Written for general readers, it offers a vivid narrative while maintaining rigorous scholarship, making ancient history both engaging and relevant today.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: History/Military History
Authors: Donald Kagan
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