Herodotus: A Very Short Introduction

Herodotus: A Very Short Introduction

Very Short Introductions

Jennifer Roberts introduces the background and writing of the 5th century Greek thinker and researcher Herodotus of Halicarnassus, who invented the genre of historical investigation. She discusses all aspects of his work, including his fascination with his origins; his travels; his interest in seeing the world; and the recurring themes of his work.

HBLA; HBJD

938.03

Jennifer Tolbert Roberts – Oxford University Press