Books by Robin Waterfield

Robin Waterfield

Robin Waterfield is a renowned British writer and translator, best known for his translation of Greek classics such as "The Histories" by Herodotus and "The Republic" by Plato. His literary style is characterized by clarity and precision, making ancient texts accessible to modern readers. His contributions to literature include bringing ancient wisdom to a wider audience.

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Plato of Athens

Plato of Athens

A Life in Philosophy

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2025
The History of the Peloponnesian War

The History of the Peloponnesian War

Robin Waterfield
Hardcover
Published: 2025
Plato of Athens

Plato of Athens

A Life in Philosophy

Robin Waterfield
Hardcover
Published: 2023
The Making of a King

The Making of a King

Antigonus Gonatas of Macedon and the Greeks

Robin Waterfield
Hardcover
Published: 2021
Creators, Conquerors, and Citizens

Creators, Conquerors, and Citizens

A History of Ancient Greece

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2020
Taken at the Flood

Taken at the Flood

The Roman Conquest of Greece

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2016
Taken at the Flood

Taken at the Flood

The Roman Conquest of Greece

Robin Waterfield
Hardcover
Published: 2014
The Greek Myths

The Greek Myths

Stories of the Greek Gods and Heroes Vividly Retold

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2013
Dividing the Spoils

Dividing the Spoils

The War for Alexander the Great's Empire

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2012
Why Socrates Died

Why Socrates Died

Dispelling the Myths

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2010
The First Philosophers

The First Philosophers

The Presocratics and Sophists

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2009
Xenophon's Retreat

Xenophon's Retreat

Greece, Persia and the end of the Golden Age

Robin Waterfield
Paperback
Published: 2007