The Battle of Cunaxa (401 B.C.)

The Battle of Cunaxa (401 B.C.) was more than a struggle for the Persian throne-it was a turning point in the history of strategy, leadership, and resilience.
In this volume of the series Epic Battles of the Ancient World, Antonis Athenaeus combines Xenophon's vivid account in the Anabasis with modern strategic analysis to bring the clash between Cyrus the Younger and Artaxerxes II to life. Readers will discover how ten thousand Greek mercenaries-known as the Ten Thousand-marched deep into the Persian Empire, faced overwhelming odds, and left behind timeless lessons.
This book offers:- A gripping retelling of the Battle of Cunaxa (401 B.C.)- Insights into Xenophon, Greek hoplites, and the Anabasis- Analysis of Persian Empire military power and strategy- Comparisons with modern thinkers such as Clausewitz, Sun Tzu, and Beaufre- Leadership lessons that remain relevant in the 21st century
Whether you are passionate about ancient military history, classical Greece, the Persian Empire, or timeless strategy and leadership, this book will inspire and inform.
Stay tuned for the forthcoming volumes in Epic Battles of the Ancient World, where history meets strategy on the great battlefields of antiquity.

Antonis Athenaeus is a Greek military officer and author with a lifelong dedication to history and strategy. Drawing on both his professional experience and academic background, he brings ancient battles to life through vivid narrative and modern strategic analysis.
He is the creator of the series Epic Battles of the Ancient World, where each volume explores a decisive clash of antiquity and the timeless lessons of leadership and resilience that still resonate today.