The Persian Expedition by George Cawkwell, Xenophon, Rex Warner, H.G. Dakyns

The Persian Expedition

George Cawkwell, Xenophon, Rex Warner, H.G. Dakyns

375 pages first pub -390 (editions)

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In The Persian Expedition, Xenophon, a young Athenian noble who sought his destiny abroad, provides an enthralling eyewitness account of the attempt by a Greek mercenary army - the Ten Thousand - to help Prince Cyrus overthrow his brother and take...

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Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 66%
tense 66%
reflective 50%
inspiring 16%

Pace

fast 33%
slow 33%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 80% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 20%

Loveable characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25%

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