Xenophon Knihy

Sokratův žák zachycuje svého mistra jako člověka, který v přátelském posezení u vína po skončené hostině je iniciátorem vtipných hovorů a diskusí o mezilidských vztazích, přičemž nikdy nezkazí zábavu.

Xenophon beschreibt anschaulich den Putschversuch des persischen Prinzen Kyros gegen seinen Bruder Artaxerxes II. Als Heerführer im Krieg 401 v. Chr. vermittelt er packend die Ereignisse und die Kultur der Zeit. Sein Werk gilt als Grundstein der Memoirenliteratur und beeinflusste spätere Werke wie Caesars Gallischer Krieg.

Set against the backdrop of ancient Persia, the narrative follows Xenophon as he inspires a disheartened army of 10,000 to embark on a perilous journey northward. Following the death of their leader Cyrus, the soldiers navigate treacherous deserts and mountainous terrain, driven by the hope of reaching the Greek cities along the Black Sea. This tale highlights themes of leadership, resilience, and the struggle for survival in a foreign land.

Xenophon's chronicle provides a detailed account of Greek history from 411 to 359 BCE, serving as a continuation of Thucydides' work. It focuses on the final years of the Peloponnesian War and its aftermath, offering insights into the political and social landscape of the time. As one of the few surviving narratives from this era, it is regarded as a highly authoritative source on the history of the Hellenes.

In diesem bibliophil ausgestatteten Bändchen werden die beiden klassischen hippologischen Abhandlungen des Xenophon präsentiert. Während er im »Reiteroberst« einen Freund aus Athen mit praktischen Ratschlägen direkt anspricht, legitimiert ihn seine »Reitkunst« als den eigentlichen Begründer der Hippologie, der Lehre vom Pferd und vom Reiten. In ihr setzt er sich nachdrücklich für einen schonenden Umgang mit dem Pferd ein und wendet sich deutlich gegen – schon damals – verbreitete Irrwege der Dressurausbildung. Ein heute wieder brandaktuelles Thema! Diese Ausgabe enthält ein Vorwort von Olympiasiegerin Christine Stückelberger.

The narrative follows the harrowing journey of lost Greek soldiers as they battle both physical and emotional challenges while attempting to find their way home. Led by a courageous and resourceful leader, they navigate treacherous terrain and confront various adversities. The story culminates in a powerful moment as they finally glimpse the sea, evoking the ancient cry of "thalassa, thalassa!" which symbolizes hope and the longing for home. This tale captures themes of resilience, leadership, and the enduring human spirit.

Twenty-five hundred years ago Cyrus, a great Persian leader of wisdom and virtue, created the Persian Empire, conquered Babylon, freed forty thousand Jews from captivity, wrote mankind's first human rights charter, and ruled over those he had defeated with respect and benevolence. The Iranians came to regard Cyrus as "The Father," the Babylonians as "The Liberator," and the Jews as "The Anointed of the Lord." The Greeks called him "The Law Giver," and a century after Cyrus's death, an admiring Xenophon of Athens wrote an epic account of Cyrus's many leadership principles at war and at peace. By freshening the voice and style that Xenophon ascribed to Cyrus, [the author] has fashioned a more intimate Cyrus. A new generation of readers, including executives, managers, and military officers, can now learn from Cyrus's leaderships and wisdom in Xenophon's narrative.--Back cover of book.

The book offers practical guidance on selecting and training horses, tailored for both military and competitive purposes. Drawing from his experiences as a soldier and horseman, Xenophon provides insights into identifying quality horses and nurturing them effectively. He also discusses essential military equipment for cavalrymen, reflecting his expertise and background. This work combines elements of horsemanship with strategic military advice, showcasing the author's unique perspective as a student of Socrates and a participant in ancient Greek warfare.

The book is a faithful reproduction of an original work, preserving its content and essence. It offers readers a chance to engage with the text as it was initially presented, maintaining the authenticity and historical significance of the original publication. This reproduction serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the original material, providing insight into the themes and ideas conveyed in the text.

Stünden uns Xenophons "Erinnerungen" nicht zur Verfügung und wären wir allein auf die Dialoge Platons angewiesen, so wäre unser Bild des Menschen Sokrates beträchtlich ärmer und weniger lebendig. Xenophon zeigt uns den großen Philosophen im alltäglichen Umgang mit Mitbürgern aller Stände, Bildungsschichten und Berufe; manches, was er berichtet, geht auf sein persönliches Erleben zurück.