Xenophon, Henry Graham Dakyns

The Sportsman

On Hunting, a Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus

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Produktbeschreibung

"The Sportsman: On Hunting, A Sportsman's Manual, Commonly Called Cynegeticus" by Xenophon offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Greek hunting and sportsmanship. This classical text, meticulously prepared for print, explores the art of the hunt with a focus on ethical conduct and the importance of training. Xenophon's work provides insights into animal training, particularly concerning dogs, and the skills necessary for a successful and honorable hunt. More than just a guide to acquiring game, "The Sportsman" delves into the philosophy of sportsmanship, highlighting the virtues of skill, discipline, and respect for nature. A valuable resource for those interested in classical literature, the history of hunting, or the relationship between humans and animals, this volume preserves the wisdom of a bygone era. Explore the timeless principles of ethical hunting and responsible engagement with the natural world through the eyes of one of history's great thinkers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 100g
• ISBN-13: 9781022975392
• ISBN-10: 1022975390
• Artikelnr.: 73930598

Autorenporträt

Xenophon was a Greek historian, soldier, and philosopher born in Athens around 430 BC. He was a student of Socrates and fought as a mercenary in various conflicts throughout his life. In 401 BC, Xenophon joined the expedition of Cyrus the Younger, a Persian prince who sought to overthrow his brother, the king of Persia. After Cyrus was killed in battle, Xenophon led a group of Greek soldiers known as the Ten Thousand on a dangerous retreat across enemy territory, an event he later wrote about in his famous work, the "Anabasis". Xenophon also wrote several other works, including the "Hellenica", which covers the events in Greece from 411 BC to 362 BC, and the "Cyropaedia", a fictionalized biography of Cyrus the Great. In addition to his military and historical pursuits, Xenophon was also interested in philosophy and wrote several works on ethics, including "Memorabilia", a collection of Socratic dialogues. He believed in the importance of piety, obedience to the law, and the virtues of the Greek city-state system. Xenophon spent his later years in the Greek city of Corinth, where he continued to write and engage in philosophical discussions. He died around 354 BC at an advanced age.