Steven Pressfield - Books - Piece of Art

in #teamserbia6 years ago

So guys, it's turn to talk about one of few writers that can change you perspective about books. Especially if you like historical novels/ historic fiction. I've read many book from this genre, so believe me he's master of his art. His name is Steven Pressfield. At the beginning, I should say that I will talk only about his work and novels related to the history of the Old World (Old Greek history and Alexander the Great).

The opus of his books is great, and includes :

Gates of Fire ( It's a story of an epic battle at Thermopylae, story about Leonidas and his 300 warriors)


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Tides of War ( Novel that includes Peloponnesian war and a strong character of Alcibiades)


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Last of the Amazons ( Ancient and mystic women warriors)


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Virtues of War ( Story about young Emperor, story about Alexander the Great, and his genius mind)


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The Afghan Campaign ( another story of Alexander and his conquest ).


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Through these books you can enjoy, and suffer with main characters and all your emotions are going to be real. They are going to be so real, that after finishing the book, you are going to think and act under the impression of it. Steven presents his huge knowledge of history, and he's the type of man who always does his homework ( Yes, he is a bit of geek ). The scent of fiction that he puts in his work, is so subtle and unique. You're not even to notice parts of the story that isn't a real thing.

Most important thing that has attracted my attention are battles. The descriptions of his battles are so vivid and detailed that you will have the feeling that you are one of the 300 Spartans in the Thermopylae Hill, or that you are one of the generals in the army of Alexander the Great. Writer will put you in the world so real, in the world where people has, high and clear moral codes, and great attachment to honor and service, and loyalty to oneself and their beliefs. Characteristic of this world is cruelty of battle, and strong King, and even stronger generals with all of their faults and virtues.

I strongly recommend his work, because, First: You can learn a lot o things that you can't learn in other books. Second: It's an extraordinary work of world literature, thoroughly examined and built on many historical facts, which are worth not being forgotten. Third: You will enjoy every second of it.

If you've read these already, read them again. If you haven't, give it a try.

See you soon.

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