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Summary: outstanding
Review: This is the best rendering of hellenic history I have ever encountered. As for ancient history made accessible, it reminds me of the first time I read "Aztec". I read it in 6 straight hours. Truly a well crafted book.
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Summary: If you like Braveheart, you'll LOVE this book!!
Review: One of the most compelling stories ever written about men at war. Not just about the battle itself, which could easily be turned into volumes of its own, but also about the people and the city-state of Sparta herself. You won't be able to deny yourself the imagery so vividly depicted in this novel. When it's over, you'll swear you were there.
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Summary: Better than I expected
Review: My interest in this book was generated from my reading Frank Miller's "300", but I didn't have a good feeling going into it. Indeed, the book does have its problems - the characters start out as somewhat flat. The narrative jumps back and forth, to the point of flashbacks within flashbacks, causing some confusion. Also, the paperback has numerous printing errors ("The city lay PROSTATE before them") - didn't anyone proofread this?However, the story is very enjoyable, especially the second half, presenting the battle in excellent detail. The characters are eventually fleshed out fairly well, more so the supporting characters than the narrator. The finale didn't pull any punches.
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Summary: Magnificently written, outstanding point of view. Amazing.
Review: What can be said that could possibly measure up to his superb writing ability. Be sure to buy his next novel, Tides of War, also set in Greek times during the Peloponnesian War. Steven Pressfield came along at the perfect hour. When I just got interested in Greek warfare and culture, there the book was on the Wal-Mart bookshelf, and I purchased it instantly. Keep it going strong. Maybe sometime you can write something of the Roman war machine and its legions.
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Summary: Very well written, a great storytelling.
Review: Pressfield tells the story of the battle of Thermopylae, where 300 Spartans held of 3 million Persians and rallied all Greece to eventual victory, with mellifluous writing style that enraptures the reader from first page. Told through the eyes of a fictional outsider, the reader learns what it was like to live in ancient Greece's city-state system and to be a Spartan. Why would men out of duty go to fight against tremendous odds knowing they will not return? What in that society would create the kind of discipline that the example of those 300 Spartans would rally and save all Greece? Read Gates of Fire and find out.
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Summary: Go and tell the readers...
Review: This book is an excellent read. If you want to get a taste of what it must have been like training and fighting with the Spartans at Thermopylae, read this book. If you have ever served on active duty, this book will resonate across over 2,000 years of history and speak to you.
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Summary: A spiritual journey
Review: Steven Pressfield has brought souls to life here! I felt that Dienekes and Polynikes where looking over my shoulder as I read! This is done with NO sappy overindulgent characters. If you are looking for a technically excellent story which also will move you to tears and possibly enrich your faith, READ THIS BOOK. It helped me understand where the western world came from and why we are in real trouble today! "The opposite of fear is love"
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Summary: Blood, Guts, Glory & Romance
Review: Gates of Fire is a book for all readers. Not just history, but about humanity. Non-stop action told in a suberb writing style. Even the ememies are likeable, or at least understandable. There isn't a way to improve upon the story, Steven Pressfield did it all.
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Summary: One of the Best Books i have ever read
Review: Its a very good book.I love the Chearthers in the book. This book u must buy
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Summary: Riveting, true to life drama.
Review: If you like historical novels, this is the book for you. The characters are sharply drawn, the battle scenes are thrilling, if a bit grisly. Pressfield never lets you forget the importance of this battle to Western Civilization. Even though you know the outcome, your attention is focused to the very last page.
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