The Humanity of Thucydides

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Summary: An important contribution to analytical political philosophy
Review: I recommend this fine book warmly. it contains
nice analyses of the work of the grand strategist,
in a way that can help modern strategic studies.
Personally I found many points that illuminated
my strategic opinions.

Rating:
Summary: Below average book
Review: This book deals with one of the most philosophical observers on the human condition in the most boring and "scholarily" manner. Consider that Orwin has spent over 15 years writing this, it should read better than an average graduate student paper. Orwin's take, for example, on the Plague is formulac and vague. (how many times can Orwin use the word, "body" to explain this passage?) Much more could have been said on the plagues relationship to political ideas, for example. Overall, this work serves to illustrate that Orwin is better suited to write as a journalist and not someone concerned with ideas.