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Thucydides: The General Who Wrote History as a Science
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the life and work of Thucydides, the Athenian general whose account of the Peloponnesian War transformed history writing. They discuss his decision to document the war as it unfolded, his rigorous methodology—relying on eyewitness testimony and cross-examination—and his famous analysis of power, justice, and human nature in the Melian Dialogue. The conversation also covers Thucydides' exile, his unfinished manuscript, and why his History remains a cornerstone of political realism. Specific terms include the Peloponnesian War, Athens, Sparta…
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