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# History of the Peloponnesian War (Classics)

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Review: apìsteftos (incredible) - Surprisingly readable for a record from the ancient era. Every page leaves you eager to learn more and if you are interested in learning this period of Greek history then it will absolutely keeped you hooked from beginning to end. Honestly one of the best books I have ever read but that is because I already have a great interest in Ancient Greek history and especially the Persian and Peloponnesian War eras. In short, an essential read for anybody desiring to learn more about classical history. This book briefly describes the rise of (arguably) the most influential metropolis in European history and spares no detail in it's eventual downfall. And that's just Athens. The fate of all other participants in Greece's greatest war, including Sparta, are given just as much respect in regards to why they chose to declare war and how they faired in the conflict. This is not really a review in all honesty. I just typed this up because I was looking at my bookshelf and remembered just how great this book is. Just looking at it reminded me of all I had learned from the book. Possibly my favourite historical book of all time from my favourite historical era of all time. Worth every penny.
Review: Stunningly relevant to today's geopolitical conundrums - I had heard about Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War for decades and finally decided to read it. Wow. It wasn't as difficult to read as I expected, which may be due more to the translator's kindness than the difference in language over the last 2500 years. There are long-winded parts, too, and the endless list of names and places can be quite confusing, but the underlying essence is gold. Multiple state actors with various alliances and strengths. A land power and allies fighting a naval power and allies. A more monarchical oligarchy fighting a more democratic oligarchy. Internal politics, big personalities, betrayal, storms, plagues, financial difficulties, over-extended empire, willing and unwilling allies, this has it all. Anyone who want to understand history, politics, geopolitics, international relations, military conflict, leadership, political reasoning has to read this book and be amazed at how far the Greeks had come, and how little things have really changed since then on the humanities side. The technology and science has advanced immensley, the number of lives at stake are so much larger now, too, but the underlying essence is all there. I look forward to studying this and learning what other historians, political scientists and military experts can help me understand about this book and how it is still relevant today.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 15,736 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 362 in World History (Books) |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (852) |
| Dimensions  | 19.56 x 12.7 x 2.79 cm |
| Edition  | Revised |
| ISBN-10  | 0140440399 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0140440393 |
| Item weight  | 475 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 656 pages |
| Publication date  | 31 Dec. 2000 |
| Publisher  | Penguin Books |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ apìsteftos (incredible)
*by A***N on 7 June 2023*

Surprisingly readable for a record from the ancient era. Every page leaves you eager to learn more and if you are interested in learning this period of Greek history then it will absolutely keeped you hooked from beginning to end. Honestly one of the best books I have ever read but that is because I already have a great interest in Ancient Greek history and especially the Persian and Peloponnesian War eras. In short, an essential read for anybody desiring to learn more about classical history. This book briefly describes the rise of (arguably) the most influential metropolis in European history and spares no detail in it's eventual downfall. And that's just Athens. The fate of all other participants in Greece's greatest war, including Sparta, are given just as much respect in regards to why they chose to declare war and how they faired in the conflict. This is not really a review in all honesty. I just typed this up because I was looking at my bookshelf and remembered just how great this book is. Just looking at it reminded me of all I had learned from the book. Possibly my favourite historical book of all time from my favourite historical era of all time. Worth every penny.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stunningly relevant to today's geopolitical conundrums
*by M***S on 16 December 2025*

I had heard about Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War for decades and finally decided to read it. Wow. It wasn't as difficult to read as I expected, which may be due more to the translator's kindness than the difference in language over the last 2500 years. There are long-winded parts, too, and the endless list of names and places can be quite confusing, but the underlying essence is gold. Multiple state actors with various alliances and strengths. A land power and allies fighting a naval power and allies. A more monarchical oligarchy fighting a more democratic oligarchy. Internal politics, big personalities, betrayal, storms, plagues, financial difficulties, over-extended empire, willing and unwilling allies, this has it all. Anyone who want to understand history, politics, geopolitics, international relations, military conflict, leadership, political reasoning has to read this book and be amazed at how far the Greeks had come, and how little things have really changed since then on the humanities side. The technology and science has advanced immensley, the number of lives at stake are so much larger now, too, but the underlying essence is all there. I look forward to studying this and learning what other historians, political scientists and military experts can help me understand about this book and how it is still relevant today.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just as pictured
*by A***E on 12 January 2026*

Perfect just what I needed

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