The Project Gutenberg Works of Xenophon: An Index

"The Project Gutenberg Works of Xenophon: An Index" by Xenophon is a collection of works and writings organized in an index format, compiled and edited in the early 21st century. This book serves as a reference guide to the various texts authored by Xenophon, a significant figure in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, whose works were primarily produced during the 4th century BC. The likely topic of the book revolves around the exploration of themes such as politics, philosophy, and history, as reflected in Xenophon's diverse writings. The index contains summaries and titles of Xenophon's notable works, including "Anabasis," which details his journey with Greek mercenaries through Persia, and "The Memorabilia," a collection of Socratic dialogues. Other entries summarize treatises on various aspects of governance, military strategy, and agriculture, showcasing Xenophon's interests and expertise. This compilation aids readers and scholars in navigating the breadth of Xenophon's contributions to literature and thought, providing a valuable resource for understanding his impact on both historical and philosophical contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Xenophon of Athens was a Greek military leader, philosopher, and historian. At the age of 30, he was elected as one of the leaders of the retreating Greek mercenaries, the Ten Thousand, who had been part of Cyrus's attempt to seize control of the Achaemenid Empire. As the military historian Theodore Ayrault Dodge wrote, "the centuries since have devised nothing to surpass the genius of this warrior". Xenophon established precedents for many logistical operations and was among the first to describe strategic flanking maneuvers and feints in combat.