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Thucydides

Book III
Book • 1891
Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War is a classic work of historical writing, renowned for its detailed account of the conflict between Athens and Sparta in the 5th century BC. It's considered a masterpiece of historical analysis, focusing on the political and strategic aspects of the war.

Thucydides' emphasis on human agency and the interplay of power dynamics makes his work relevant even today.

His work is studied for its insights into international relations, military strategy, and the nature of conflict.

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Mentioned in 4 episodes

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Dwarkesh Patel
in the context of an Odyssean education.
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Dominic Cummings - COVID, Brexit, & Fixing Western Governance
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Chris Lockwood
quoting Thucydides on great power politics.
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Peace by piece? Zelensky and Trump meet again
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Natalie Haynes
when explaining how Thucydides does not describe the city being attacked.
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The Women Poets of Ancient Greece
Mentioned as a reference point, with 'Hellenica' continuing where it ends.
#253 - Anabasis by Xenophon
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Erik Rostad
, as a book he will move on to after reading the comedy plays.
#252 - The Frogs by Aristophanes
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Sam Harris
while discussing the potential for conflict between the US and China.
Moral Illusions

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