The Exploits of XenophonWhen Cyrus and the Greek military leaders are killed in an attempt to seize the throne of Persia, Xenophon, a young Greek soldier, is chosen to lead the troops out of the hostile country. |
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The Camp | 3 |
The Battle of Cunaxa | 21 |
Xenophon Takes Action | 43 |
Copyright | |
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