Explore Ancient Egypt with Herodotus' An Account of Egypt
Dive into the wonders of ancient Egypt through the eyes of Herodotus, the Father of History. An Account of Egypt is not just a historical record; it's a vivid journey into a civilization that has intrigued scholars and dreamers alike. Herodotus offers more than facts; he presents a world rich with myths, culture, and astonishing stories that bring the ancient Nile valley to life.
This masterpiece combines meticulous research with captivating storytelling, making the splendor of Egypt accessible and engaging. From the awe-inspiring Pyramids to the life-giving Nile, Herodotus's narrative is both an educational tool and a spellbinding tale, designed to satisfy the curious mind and the hungry soul.
An Account of Egypt is your portal to an era where gods and pharaohs walked the earth. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a lover of enchanting stories, this book promises an unforgettable adventure into the heart of ancient wisdom and mystique.
Don't miss the opportunity to uncover the secrets of one of history's most fascinating civilizations. Delve into An Account of Egypt by Herodotus, and let the journey begin!
This audiobook was narrated and produced by RAM Studios, where humans and artificial intelligence collaborate to create an excellent listening experience. (The reading is done primarily by AI)
In this, the first prose history in European civilization, Herodotus describes the growth of the Persian Empire with force, authority and style. Perhaps most famously, the book tells the heroic tale of the Greeks' resistance to the vast invading force assembled by Xerxes, King of Persia. Here are not only the great battles - Marathon, Thermopylae and Salamis - but also penetrating human insight and a powerful sense of epic destiny at work.
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Many stories have stood the test of time, but this selection have entranced audiences for thousands of years and remain as fresh today as they were when first told. A fascinating collection which gives vivid insights into lives in ancient times and the issues that occupied the people of the day.
Includes tales of ancient Egypt, written to discourage militant women from reviving the old matriarchal system; enchanting stories of the Buddha that were later adapted by Aesop; old humorous stories of the Brahmans; stories from the Greeks in Asia Minor, including the wonderful sketch 'The Ladies of Syracuse', which gives a fresh, charming, and lively picture of life in Alexandria; plus the epic Cupid and Psyche by the excellent Latin writer Apuleius.
'The Tale of Khafri' (Egyptian, 4800 BC)
'The Tale of Ahuri' (Egyptian, 1300 BC)
'Stories of the Buddha' (Indian, 560 BC)
'The Monkey and the Queen’s Jewels'
'The Tale of Princess Sambula'
'The Ass in the Lion’s Skin'
'The Talkative Tortoise'
'The Judgment of the Buddha'
'The Pancha-Tantra' (Indian, 300 BC)
'The Brahman of Vain Dreams'
'The Hitopadesa' (Indian, 600 AD)
'The Rajah’s Son and the Merchant’s Wife'
'The Faithful Servant'
'Herodotus' (485-425 BC)
'The Treasure of King Rhampsinitus'
'Polycrates and his Ring'
'Theocritus' (300 BC)
'The Ladies of Syracuse'
'Petronius' (1st Century AD)
'The Widow of Ephesus'
'Apuleius' (125 AD)
'Cupid and Psyche'
Herodotus is not only the father of the art and the science of historical writing but also one of the Western tradition's most compelling storytellers. He wrote these accounts of the fifth-century-BC wars between the Greeks and Persians with a continuous awareness of the mythic and the wonderful, while laying bare the intricate human entanglements at their core.
In the instinctive empiricism that took him searching over much of the known world for information, in the care he took with sources and historical evidence, in his freedom from intolerance and prejudice, Herodotus virtually defined the rational, humane spirit that is the enduring legacy of Greek civilization.
Translated By: George Rawlinson
Herodotus is not only the father of the art and the science of historical writing but also one of the Western tradition's most compelling storytellers. His Histories is regarded as one of the seminal works of history in Western literature. He wrote these accounts of the fifth-century-BC wars between the Greeks and Persians with a continuous awareness of the mythic and the wonderful, while laying bare the intricate human entanglements at their core. This volume is one of the first accounts of the rise of the Persian Empire and serves as a record of the ancient traditions and politics of the time.
In the instinctive empiricism that took him searching over much of the known world for information, in the care he took with sources and historical evidence, in his freedom from intolerance and prejudice, Herodotus virtually defined the rational, humane spirit that is the enduring legacy of Greek civilization.
In this, the first prose history in European civilization, Herodotus tells the heroic tale of the Greeks' resistance to the vast invading force assembled by Xerxes, King of Persia, as recently retold in the feature film 300. Here are not only the great battles - Marathon, Thermopylae, Salamis - but also penetrating human insight and a powerful sense of epic destiny at work.
