- Hardcover: 244 pages
- Publisher: iUniverse.com (December 2003)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0595660754
- ISBN-13: 978-0595660759
- Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 386 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,119,941 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In 480 B.C., Xerxes I, king of the Persian Empire, led a vast and uncountable army intent on the domination of Europe. Only a tiny collection of Greek city-states stood in his path. At Thermopylae the Persians annihilated a small holding force commanded by King Leonidas of Sparta, then quickly marched on to Athens, reducing the city to ruins. Outnumbered and beset by treachery, Sparta, Athens and their allies gathered near the town of Plataea for one final battle. The future of Western civilization hung on the outcome. In Kithairon's Shadow is the story of five men from ancient Greece and the parts they would play in determining their future, and ours.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Ancient Greece Comes Alive!,
By Dr. Joe Stalino (Tuscaloosa, AL) - See all my reviews
This review is from: In Kithairon's Shadow: A Novel of Ancient Greece and the Persian War (Paperback)
As a lifelong fan of ancient history, I found Mr.Martin's novel to be a breath of fresh air. If unfamiliar with this era in history, the vernacular could pose a minor problem, though the novel would still be well worth the read. Mr. Martin uses his extensive knowledge to engulf the reader into a world unkown to many, then surrounds you with well-developed and interesting characters. I anxiously await a second novel.
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The few who dared to resist the might of an empire,
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: In Kithairon's Shadow: A Novel of Ancient Greece and the Persian War (Paperback)
Inspired by author Jon Edward Martin's lifelong study of ancient Greece, In Kithairon's Shadow: A Novel Of Ancient Greece And The Persian War is a gripping and deftly written narrative of Xerxes I's aggressive war of imperial domination against Europe which was fiercely waged in 480 B.C. Only a few of the Greek city-states opposed Xerxes seemingly limitless army, and the fate of Western civilization lay in the balance. Enthusiastically recommended for fans of historical fiction, In Kithairon's Shadow is an exciting saga of blood, cunning tactics, and the few who dared to resist the might of an empire.
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The gods must be pleased with Martin's first book,
By dogooder "SK" (Gator Nation) - See all my reviews
This review is from: In Kithairon's Shadow: A Novel of Ancient Greece and the Persian War (Paperback)
Keep your dictionary handy, but if you are a fan of ancient Sparta, military history, and this time period, you are in for a satisfying read. Martin's descriptions of the characters, terrain, and battles puts the reader into the mix. The author has done his homework and I sense his love for this subject matter.
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