The Life Of Herodotus Drawn Out From His Book (1845)

The Life of Herodotus Drawn Out From His Book is a biographical work written by Friedrich Christoph Dahlmann in 1845. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Herodotus, the ancient Greek historian who is known as the ""father of history"". Dahlmann draws extensively from Herodotus' own writings to provide a detailed and engaging portrait of the man and his times.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Herodotus' life. The first chapter provides an overview of his childhood and early education, while subsequent chapters delve into his travels, his writing process, and his personal beliefs and values. Dahlmann also explores the historical context in which Herodotus lived, discussing the political and cultural climate of ancient Greece and the various conflicts that shaped the region during Herodotus' lifetime.Throughout the book, Dahlmann emphasizes the importance of Herodotus' contributions to the field of history. He highlights Herodotus' innovative approach to historical writing, which included detailed descriptions of local customs and traditions, as well as his commitment to accuracy and impartiality. Dahlmann also explores the ways in which Herodotus' work influenced later historians and shaped our understanding of ancient Greece and the wider world.Overall, The Life of Herodotus Drawn Out From His Book is an insightful and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of history's greatest thinkers.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.