An excellent new translation, with superb notes and introduction. This will become the standard translation for this important author * Timothy Duff, Reading University * Totally indispensable....it is stimulating as well as informative. * James Morwood, Journal of Classical Teaching * H.'s new translation of Thucydides is a triumph. Fluent yet sinewy...It is both accurate and lucid. * James Morwood, Journal of Classical Teaching * The book is excellent value for money and the obvious choice for any reader of Thucydides. * John Taylor, The Anglo-Hellenic Review * This book deserves to be the standard translation of Thucydides that everyone will use and enjoy. * Greece and Rome * The most accurate and readable translation we now have... the only choice for a serious reading of Thucydides. * Steven J. Willet, Arion *