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Steven Pressfield

Steven Pressfield

Americanb. September 1, 1943Historical Fiction

Steven Pressfield is an American author known for his historical novels about ancient Greece. Gates of Fire, about the Battle of Thermopylae, is assigned reading at military academies worldwide.

Works

  • Gates of FireHistorical epic about warriors and sacrifice at ancient Thermopylae→
  • The Legend of Bagger VanceMetaphysical novel about a mystical golf instructor and spiritual awakening→
  • Tides of WarHistorical epic depicting the naval warfare of ancient Greek civilization→
  • The Afghan CampaignMilitary novel following soldiers during Alexander's invasion of Afghanistan→
  • The Virtues of WarNovel exploring Alexander the Great's military philosophy and personal conflicts→

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