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"Complete Works of Thucydides (Comprehensive Summary)" is approximately 31,734 words, which takes the average reader (~250 words per minute) about 2.1 hours to finish. Lex tracks your reading time and pages-per-session so you can see your real pace.

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"Complete Works of Thucydides (Comprehensive Summary)" was written by Thucydides. Athenian historian who pioneered scientific history with his account of the Peloponnesian War.

Complete Works of Thucydides (Comprehensive Summary)

Thucydides

Complete Works of Thucydides (Comprehensive Summary)

Thucydides

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The 'Complete Works of Thucydides' is a seminal historical text that chronicles the Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta, providing a detailed account of the political and military events of the time. Thucydides, an Athenian historian and general, is renowned for his rigorous approach to history, emphasizing the importance of evidence and critical analysis. This Lexicon edition distills the key ideas and themes from Thucydides' work into original prose, making it accessible while preserving the depth of the original text. The significance of Thucydides lies in his exploration of power dynamics, human nature, and the complexities of war, which continue to resonate in contemporary discussions of politics and history.