Tides of War
by Steven Pressfield
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Author: Steven PressfieldEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2001-08-28
ISBN: 0553381393
Number of pages: 448
Publisher: Bantam
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Book Review: 5, but I still like Gates of Fire better
Summary: 5 Stars
In Tides of War, Pressfield takes up the story of the rise and fall of the Greek city-states roughly from where he had left it in Gates of Fire. those who have not read the latter, SHOULD. Both books offer a wonderful portrayal of the ancient world which is neither romantic nor drily historical. They are both excellently researched, beautifully written and well-thought-of. Pressfield understands the Classical Era extremely well, and even if he didn't, he's a very talented author, with a very competent touch on the emotional level.A note of caution to those who have read Gates of Fire:
This is not a sequel. Its scope is much broader, and its characters very different - and less central to the story. Do not look for the same degree of emotional involvement. This novel is much more historical than its predecessor.
In fact, the contrast between the two books mirrors the contrast between the two eras: the early classical era and the late classical era, which I will not presume to describe in these few lines. Still, one book cannot be fully understood without reading the other. Buy both. They are excellent.
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