The Battle of Thermopylae, the subject of Zack Snyder’s animated 300, was memorialized by the Greek historian Herodotus in his Histories.  Herodotus’ purpose in writing about these events was to preserve the kleos (fame) of heroes.  What a testament to his efforts it is that over 2,000 years later Mr. Snyder portrays these heroes on the big screen. The Battle of … [Read More]

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