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  • The Persian Expedition
    Xenophon Xenophon
    Stranded deep in enemy territory, the Spartan general Clearchus and the other Greek senior officers were subsequently killed or captured by treachery on the part of the Persian satrap Tissaphernes. Xenophon, one of three remaining leaders elected by the soldiers, played an instrumental role in encouraging the Greek army of 10,000 to march north across foodless deserts and snow-...
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    27,97 €

  • Las Helénicas; Ó, Historia Griega Desde El Año 411 Hasta El 362 Antes De Jesucristo
    Xenophon / Enrique Soms y Castelín
    In the shadow of the Peloponnesian War’s tumultuous end, a new chapter of ancient Greek history unfolds, where alliances shift like the sands of time and the echoes of classical Athens and Sparta’s past glories reverberate through the ages. This historical narrative, long out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, captures the intricate tapestry of Greek military campa...
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    20,37 €

  • The March Up Country
    Xenophon
    The March Up Country by Xenophon (also known as Anabasis) is a remarkable firsthand account of adventure, endurance, and leadership. Written by the ancient Greek soldier and historian Xenophon, the book chronicles the epic journey of ten thousand Greek mercenaries who marched deep into Persia to support a rebel prince and then found themselves stranded after his death. Surround...
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    18,73 €

  • The Polity Of The Athenians And The Lacedaemonians
    Xénophon
    The polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians is a historical account that examines and compares the governmental structures and social institutions of Athens and Sparta, two leading city-states of ancient Greece. Xenophon analyzes the nature of Athenian democracy and Spartan oligarchy, exploring how each system functions and the roles played by different social classes. T...
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    9,42 €

  • The Cavalry General
    Xénophon
    The cavalry general is a historical treatise that examines the principles and responsibilities of a cavalry commander in ancient Greece. Xenophon provides detailed guidance on the organization, training, and maintenance of both horses and riders, emphasizing discipline, skill, and tactical awareness as essential for effective operations. The work outlines the qualities necessar...
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    9,66 €

  • On Horsemanship
    Xénophon
    On horsemanship is a classical treatise that explores the art and science of horse training, riding, and management. Xenophon provides practical guidance on selecting, breaking, and maintaining horses, emphasizing the importance of understanding their anatomy, temperament, and health. The work details grooming practices, riding techniques, and proper care, while also offering a...
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    10,78 €

  • The Symposium
    Xénophon
    The symposium portrays an engaging philosophical dialogue centered on human virtue, love, and the nature of beauty. Xenophon presents a gathering of prominent thinkers and companions, with Socrates guiding the discussion through irony and insight. The narrative opens with a convivial dinner hosted by Callias in honor of the athlete Autolycus, blending festivity with intellectua...
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    9,64 €

  • Agesilaus
    Xénophon
    Agesilaus is a historical account that examines the life and leadership of Agesilaus II, the influential king of Sparta. The work highlights his virtues, strategic brilliance, and moral integrity, portraying him as a model of leadership and character. Xenophon details Agesilaus’s rise to power, his military campaigns, and his interactions with other states, particularly Persia,...
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    9,79 €

  • The Memorabilia Recollections Of Socrates
    Xénophon
    The memorabilia: Recollections of Socrates is a philosophical work composed as a defense and tribute to a wise teacher known for his pursuit of virtue and truth. Structured as a series of dialogues and reflections, it explores the ideals of ethical conduct, self-discipline, and rational thought. The narrative opens with a discussion of allegations brought against the philosophe...
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    13,03 €

  • The Sportsman On Hunting A Sportsman’s Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus
    Xénophon
    The sportsman on hunting: A sportsman’s manual commonly called Cynegeticus presents a structured exploration of hunting as both a practical pursuit and a moral discipline. Xenophon examines the art of the hunt not merely as sport but as a formative exercise fostering courage, endurance, and ethical refinement. The work begins by tracing the divine origins of hunting to Apollo a...
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    9,64 €

  • Hellenica
    Xenophon
    A riveting return to the heart of classical Greece witness the raw power, politics, and personal courage that shaped Western history. Xenophon s Hellenica is the indispensable continuation of the Peloponnesian War story, a vivid historical narrative covering 411 362 BC that follows Spartan history, Athenian politics, and the turbulent era of Greek warfare after Thucydides. W...
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    20,98 €

  • Apology of Socrates
    Xenophon / Tim Zengerink
    What if staying true to your principles meant standing alone against the world?In Apology of Socrates, Xenophon offers an alternative testimony to one of history’s most iconic trials. Where Plato’s version emphasizes philosophical argument and dramatic tension, Xenophon presents a composed, dignified Socrates-one who calmly accepts death in service to his mission: to awaken vir...
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    14,21 €

  • Apology of Socrates
    Xenophon / Tim Zengerink
    What if staying true to your principles meant standing alone against the world?In Apology of Socrates, Xenophon offers an alternative testimony to one of history’s most iconic trials. Where Plato’s version emphasizes philosophical argument and dramatic tension, Xenophon presents a composed, dignified Socrates-one who calmly accepts death in service to his mission: to awaken vir...
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    27,36 €

  • Memorabilia
    Xenophon / Tim Zengerink
    What if the most powerful philosophy was found not in grand speeches-but in daily life?In Memorabilia, Xenophon captures a side of Socrates that is often overshadowed by more dramatic accounts. Rather than focusing on metaphysical ideas or courtroom defenses, this work presents Socrates in his natural element-walking the streets of Athens, mentoring friends, and confronting lif...
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    21,22 €

  • Memorabilia
    Xenophon / Tim Zengerink
    What if the most powerful philosophy was found not in grand speeches-but in daily life?In Memorabilia, Xenophon captures a side of Socrates that is often overshadowed by more dramatic accounts. Rather than focusing on metaphysical ideas or courtroom defenses, this work presents Socrates in his natural element-walking the streets of Athens, mentoring friends, and confronting lif...
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    27,16 €

  • Symposium
    Xenophon / Tim Zengerink
    What if the truest measure of a man was revealed not in silence-but in celebration?Symposium by Xenophon offers a unique and illuminating view of Socrates-not as the somber philosopher of the courtroom, but as a witty, wise guest at a festive Athenian dinner party. In this dialogue, Socrates joins a group of prominent citizens who take turns giving speeches in praise of their p...
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    13,86 €

  • Symposium
    Xenophon / Tim Zengerink
    What if the truest measure of a man was revealed not in silence-but in celebration?Symposium by Xenophon offers a unique and illuminating view of Socrates-not as the somber philosopher of the courtroom, but as a witty, wise guest at a festive Athenian dinner party.In this dialogue, Socrates joins a group of prominent citizens who take turns giving speeches in praise of their pe...
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    27,12 €

  • Cyropaedia
    Xenophon
    Written by the ancient Greek historian and philosopher Xenophon, Cyropaedia: The Education of Cyrus is a timeless exploration of leadership, virtue, and the art of ruling. Often regarded as one of the earliest works of political philosophy, this epic tale follows the life and education of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Persian Empire, and offers a captivating portrayal of ...
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    41,16 €

  • Cyropaedia
    Xenophon
    Written by the ancient Greek historian and philosopher Xenophon, Cyropaedia: The Education of Cyrus is a timeless exploration of leadership, virtue, and the art of ruling. Often regarded as one of the earliest works of political philosophy, this epic tale follows the life and education of Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Persian Empire, and offers a captivating portrayal of ...
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    22,99 €

  • Hiero
    Xenophon Xenophon
    Hiero is a philosophical dialogue that explores political theory and ethics, focusing on the nature of tyranny. The conversation is between Simonides, a poet, and Hieron, the tyrant of Syracuse. The text examines the life of a ruler versus that of an ordinary citizen, particularly in terms of happiness, pleasure, and societal relationships. Hieron reveals that he finds his life...
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    9,65 €

  • Cyropaedia
    Henry Graham Dakyns / Xenophon
    'Cyropaedia' by Xenophon offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient political philosophy and the art of leadership. This work of historical fiction explores the education and character of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian Empire. While presented as a biographical narrative, 'Cyropaedia' delves into timeless questions of governance, ethics, and the qualities of an ideal rul...
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    23,11 €

  • Cyropaedia
    Henry Graham Dakyns / Xenophon
    'Cyropaedia' by Xenophon offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient political philosophy and the art of leadership. This work of historical fiction explores the education and character of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian Empire. While presented as a biographical narrative, 'Cyropaedia' delves into timeless questions of governance, ethics, and the qualities of an ideal rul...
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    35,59 €

  • Xenophon’s Anabasis
    J. S. (John Selby) Watson / Xenophon
    'The First Four Books of Xenophon’s Anabasis' recounts a pivotal episode in ancient Greek history. Xenophon, a soldier and writer, vividly details the military campaign of Cyrus the Younger, a Persian prince, against his brother, the ruling King Artaxerxes II. This historical account offers a compelling glimpse into the strategies, challenges, and realities of warfare in ancien...
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    33,68 €

  • Xenophon’s Anabasis
    J. S. (John Selby) Watson / Xenophon
    'The First Four Books of Xenophon’s Anabasis' recounts a pivotal episode in ancient Greek history. Xenophon, a soldier and writer, vividly details the military campaign of Cyrus the Younger, a Persian prince, against his brother, the ruling King Artaxerxes II. This historical account offers a compelling glimpse into the strategies, challenges, and realities of warfare in ancien...
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    20,05 €

  • The Symposium
    Xenophon
    Discover the Timeless Wisdom of Ancient Greece!Step into the vibrant world of classical Athens with Xenophon’s *The Symposium*, a captivating dialogue that brings to life the wit, wisdom, and philosophical musings of Socrates and his companions. Set during a lively banquet, this engaging narrative explores themes of love, friendship, and the pursuit of virtue, offering readers ...
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    11,35 €

  • The Cavalry General
    Xenophon
    Step into the world of ancient warfare with ''The Cavalry General'' by Xenophon, a timeless masterpiece that has been out of print for decades and is now proudly republished by Alpha Editions for the current and future generations. This collector’s edition offers a rare glimpse into the strategic mind of one of history’s most renowned military leaders. Xenophon, a student of So...
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    11,21 €

  • Expédition des dix mille
    Xenophon
    Expédition des dix mille'', constitue un phare dans le monde du livre, comblant le fossé entre le passé et le présent. Autrefois considéré parmi les livres anciens, cet ouvrage classique, comme tant de livres anciens et oubliés, a façonné notre compréhension de la culture et de l’histoire. exemple remarquable de livres d’histoire qui ont influencé des générations, et maintenant...
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    16,47 €

  • The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates
    Xenophon
    The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates by Xenophon is a key text in ancient Greek philosophy that captures the essence of Socratic philosophy through a series of dialogues. Unlike Plato’s more theoretical portrayals, Xenophon presents Socrates as a practical thinker deeply concerned with virtue ethics, morality, and the application of wisdom in daily life. The book highlights the S...
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    13,83 €

  • The Sportsman
    Xenophon / Henry Graham Dakyns
    The Sportsman: On Hunting, a Sportsman’s Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus, a classical book, was published more than a century ago and has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. T...
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    15,60 €

  • The Economist
    Xenophon
    Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates.  He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C.                       The Economist records Socrates and Critobulus in a talk about profitable estate ...
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    11,20 €


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