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The Significant and the Insignificant
Five Studies in Herodotusâ View of History
Series: - Amsterdam Studies in Classical Philology, Volume: 6
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Although it is widely recognised that Solonâs thoughts on human life (1.30-32) are important to a correct understanding of Herodotusâ work, little attention has been given to their narratological meaning. On the basis of a careful interpretation of five episodes, this monograph argues that Solonâs advice, âlook to the endâ, establishes the viewpoint from which Herodotusâ stories are to be understood. This viewpoint leads to surprising conclusions as to what is and is not important to the development of history. It casts doubts especially on the magnificent role of Athens and its democracy.