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Tides of War

Book • 2000
Tides of War is a historical epic that delves into the complexities of the Peloponnesian War, focusing on the intertwined lives of Alcibiades, a brilliant but flawed leader, and Polemides, an Athenian soldier and assassin.

The novel explores the political intrigues, naval battles, and personal struggles that defined this pivotal conflict in ancient Greece.

Drawing from historical sources like Thucydides and Plato, Pressfield crafts a vivid and engaging narrative.

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Ryan Holiday
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Steven Pressfield
's books, highlighting the author's diverse experiences shaping his writing.
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Ryan Holiday
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Steven Pressfield
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Lex Fridman
as one of Pressfield's best historical fiction novels.
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Pierce Brown
as a great book if you want to look into Alcibiades.
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Ryan Holiday
as one of Steven Pressfield's books, in the context of his writing process and the importance of focus.
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Brett McKay
as one of Pressfield's previous works.
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