Published May 8, 2023
330: Herodotus: The Birth of History
Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook delve into Herodotus's innovative storytelling and Athenian influences, examining his role as the "father of history" through his vivid accounts of the Greco-Persian Wars and the Persian Empire's complex nature. Through Herodotus's blend of fact and myth, the hosts unravel themes of cultural relativity, the transience of power, and the timeless allure of historical narrative.
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