The Peloponnesian War 421-404 BC

It is a testament to its enduring intrigue that the events of the Peloponnesian War are studied for what they can teach about diplomacy, strategy and tactics. This volume offers vivid insights into the impact of warfare on the people who are celebrated as the founders of Western civilization.

This book offers insights into the impact of warfare on the founders of Western civilisation, uncovering the overcrowding, plague and civil strife that existed alongside the literature, art and philosophy for which the Classical Greeks are celebrated. The lessons in diplomacy, strategy and tactics that emerged from the Peloponnesian War are still remembered today.

Introduction Chronology Background to War Warring Sides Outbreak The Fighting Portrait of a Soldier The World around War Portrait of a Civilian How the War Ended Conclusion and Consequences Index