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Volume Two of TwoExperience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. Volume Two of Two Set against the turmoil of ancient Greece, The History of the Peloponnesian War plunges readers into the monumental conflict between Athens and Sparta-a clash not only of armies, but of ideals. Thucydides' narrative captures the rise and collapse of power, the fragility of democracy, and the ruthless logic that drives nations to war. Through gripping depictions of naval battles, shifting alliances, and political betrayals, he reveals how ambition and fear shape the fate of cities and individuals alike. Readers are immersed in a world where strategy collides with human weakness, and where the cost of victory can be as devastating as defeat. Thucydides' work stands as a foundational text of historical and political analysis, redefining how history is studied and understood. His commitment to realism, eyewitness detail, and the investigation of human motives transformed historiography. The History of the Peloponnesian War continues to influence thinkers on leadership, diplomacy, and the nature of power, offering timeless insight into how civilizations rise, falter, and ultimately confront the consequences of their choices.

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Thucydides, born around 460 BC in Halimous, Athens, was an esteemed historian and general of ancient Greece. His father, Olorus, had connections to Thrace, suggesting a lineage tied to the region's royalty. Thucydides owned gold mines in Thrace, which contributed to his family's wealth and influence.During the Peloponnesian War, Thucydides served as a general for Athens. In 424 BC, he was dispatched to defend Amphipolis but failed to prevent its capture by Spartan forces, leading to his exile. This 20-year banishment allowed him to observe the war from both Athenian and Spartan perspectives, enriching his historical accounts.Thucydides is best known for his work, The History of the Peloponnesian War, which provides a detailed chronicle of the conflict between Athens and Sparta up to 411 BC. His approach emphasized factual accuracy and impartiality, avoiding mythological explanations. Thucydides' analytical style has earned him recognition as a pioneer of scientific history and political realism.

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