Travel back in time to the truth behind the legends of when the Persian Empire invaded the Greek city-states and read Persian Fire: the First World Empire and the Battle for the West by Tom Holland. Publishers Weekly says that "Holland doesn't impose a modern sensibility on the ancient civilizations he describes, and he delves into the background histories of both sides with equally fascinating detail. Though matters of Greek history like the brutal social structure of the Spartans are well known, the story of the Persian empire—like the usurper Darius's claim that every royal personage he assassinated was actually an imposter—should be fresh and surprising to many readers, while Holland's graceful, modern voice will captivate those intimidated by Herodotus." Join us for our discussion in the Program Room of the Almaden Library over tea and cookies.
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