Anabasis: The March of the Ten Thousand (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. The Persian Expedition of CyrusBy Xenophon
Length11h 29m
About this audiobook
Anabasis: The March of the Ten Thousand recounts the extraordinary retreat of Greek mercenaries from the heart of the Persian Empire after the failed expedition of Cyrus the Younger against his brother Artaxerxes II. Written in lucid, disciplined Attic prose, the work combines military memoir, ethnographic observation, political reflection, and adventure narrative. Its plain style conceals a sophisticated meditation on leadership, morale, improvisation, and the fragile cohesion of a citizen army far from home, placing it among the foundational texts of Greek historiography alongside Herodotus and Thucydides. Xenophon, an Athenian aristocrat, soldier, and student of Socrates, was not merely an observer but a participant in the events he describes. After the Greek commanders were treacherously killed, he emerged as one of the leaders who guided the Ten Thousand northward to the Black Sea. His experience as a commander, philosopher, and exile informs the book's practical intelligence and its persistent concern with virtue, discipline, and effective command. This is essential reading for students of classical history, military leadership, and ancient literature. Readers will find both a gripping survival narrative and a subtle inquiry into authority, courage, and collective endurance.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.6 (49)
Includes Amazon
GenreHistory
Length11 hrs 29 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Cyropaedia (Annotated)
9BOOK IV
2Introduction
10BOOK V
3Synopsis
11BOOK VI
4Historical Context
12BOOK VII
5Author Biography
13Analysis
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6BOOK I
14Reflection
7BOOK II
15Memorable Quotes
8BOOK III
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