Stories from Thucydides

Thucydides’ Stories from Thucydides presents vivid episodes from the Peloponnesian War, capturing the clash between Athens and Sparta in the 5th century BCE. Through detailed accounts of battles, sieges, political intrigue, and speeches, Thucydides explores power, ambition, human nature, and the tragic cost of war, offering timeless insights into leadership, strategy, and the fragility of civilization.