Herodotus

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How did Herodotus's background influence his work? Herodotus
4 days ago | beth

How did Herodotus's background influence his work?

Herodotus was born in Halicarnassus, which was a culturally diverse city in Asia Minor under Persian rule. This multicultural environment likely influenced his interest in different cultures and his comprehensive approach to documenting them. His background provided him with a broad perspective, evident in his accounts of various peoples and their histories.