On Writing History from Herodotus to Herodian [electronic resource]
2017
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What is history and how should it be written? This important new anthology,
translated and edited by Professor John Marincola, contains all the seminal
texts that relate to the writing of history in the ancient world.
The study of history was invented in the classical world. Treading uncharted
waters, writers such as Plutarch and Lucian grappled with big questions such as
how history should be written, how it differs from poetry and oratory, and what
its purpose really is. This book includes complete essays by Dionysius, Plutarch
and Lucian, as well as shorter pieces by Pliny the Younger, Cicero and others,
and will be an essential resource for anyone studying history and the ancient
world.
Imprint:
United Kingdom : Penguin, 2017
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file) (400 pages)
Audience:
General/trade
System details:
Platform: epubMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9780141393582
Language:
English
BRN:
434452
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eBook |