Spartans
Nigel M. Kennell
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Spartans
Published
2012
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Limited, John
Pages
232
ISBN-13
9781444307856
Description
"Spartans: A New History chronicles the rise and fall of ancient Sparta, from its Bronze Age origins to the powerful Greek city-state's demise in late antiquity. Incorporating the latest archaeological evidence and historical research, Kennell's comprehensive account includes discussions of the Dorian invasion and the legend of the return of the Heraclidae, the Spartan conquest of Messenia, and the origins of helot slavery. Also covered is Sparta's development as the foremost military power in Greece and its role in the Persian and Peloponnesian wars. Kennell punctuates the narrative with biographical sketches of important figures in Spartan history. Primarily focused on the Archaic and Classical periods, the book also surveys Sparta's fortunes in the Hellenistic and Roman ages, when Spartans crafted an image of their city as an unearthed relic from its earlier glory days." "Spartans: A New History challenges preconceptions about Spartan history and represents an important resource for the most significant issues in Sparta scholarship today."--Jacket.
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How many pages are in Spartans?
This edition of Spartans has approximately 232 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Spartans?
For most readers, Spartans typically takes between 4h 50m and 3h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 58,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Spartans?
The estimated word count for Spartans is approximately 58,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Spartans?
Spartans was written by Nigel M. Kennell.
When was Spartans published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.