Publisher's Synopsis
Xenophon�������s Anabasis, Books 1-4 is a historical account of the Greek mercenary army's journey from Persia to Greece after the death of Cyrus the Younger in 401 BC. The book is written by Xenophon, a Greek historian and soldier who participated in the expedition. The narrative follows the army's struggles as they navigate through hostile territories, including battles with the Persians and treacherous mountain passes. The book also provides insights into the political and social structures of the time, as well as the military tactics used by the Greeks. Xenophon�������s Anabasis, Books 1-4 is a classic work of military history and an important primary source for the period. It is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of ancient Greek literature. This edition was published in 1910 and features an introduction and notes by the translator, Carleton L. Brownson.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.