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The Origin of the Scythians
According to the traditions of the Scythians themselves, they are the youngest of all nations. Their story of origin begins with a man named...
The Children of Slaves Rise Against the Scythians
Over time, the children born to Scythian women and their former slaves grew to adulthood. When they learned about their unusual parentage, they became...
Darius’ Campaign Against the Scythians
After the conquest of Babylon, Darius led a military expedition into Scythia. At that time, Asia was rich in people and wealth, with large...
Cambyses’ Cruelty Beyond His Own Family
Cambyses did not show madness and cruelty only toward his own family. His violent behavior also reached others around him, including those who were...
Different Stories About the Death of Cambyses’ Sister
Just as there were different stories about the death of Smerdis, there are also two different accounts of how Cambyses’ sister and wife died....
Cambyses and the Beginning of His Madness
Cambyses, the king of Persia, was already known for strange and violent behavior, even before the events described here. However, according to Egyptian tradition,...
Cambyses Questions the Egyptian Priests
After the officers of Memphis were put to death, Cambyses summoned the Egyptian priests to appear before him. He questioned them carefully about the...
The March Against the Ammonians
The men who were sent to attack the Ammonians set out from Thebes. They did not travel alone, for they had guides to lead...
The Return of the Spies
After the spies had seen all that the Ethiopians wished to show them, they returned to Egypt. There they reported everything to King Cambyses....
What Is Known About the Nile River
The Nile River flows through regions where people live, and in those inhabited areas its course is well known. Travelers and local people understand...
