The Histories Herodotus

In popular culture

Historical novels sourcing material from Herodotus

  • Kapuściński, R. Travels with Herodotus.
  • Pressfield, S. Gates of Fire. Novel has the Battle of Thermopylae from Book VII as its centrepiece.
  • Prus, B. Pharaoh. Incorporates the Labyrinth scenes inspired by Herodotus' description in Book II of The Histories.
  • Vidal, G. Creation. Interprets many scenes from the Persian viewpoint.
  • Wolfe, G. Soldier of the Mist. First of a series of novels by a popular fantasy author.

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