Gates of Fire

An Epic Novel of the Battle of Thermopylae

De: Steven Pressfield

Narrado por: George Guidall

Gates of Fire puts you at the side of valiant Spartan warriors in 480 BC for the bloody, climactic battle at Thermopylae. There, a few hundred of Sparta’s finest sacrificed their lives to hold back the invading Persian millions. The time they bought enabled the Greeks to rally - saving, according to ancient historian Herodotus, “Western democracy and freedom from perishing in the cradle.” How did the Spartans accomplish this superhuman feat? This is what the King of Persia hopes to learn from the sole Spartan survivor. The squire’s story indeed reveals the incredible rigors of Spartan training - and more importantly, how the whole culture fostered the mindset of fearlessness.

Steven Pressfield has skillfully combined scholarship and storytelling to bring the whole world of ancient Sparta brilliantly to life. George Guidall’s dramatic delivery enhances the richness and feeling of this inspired recreation.

©1998 Steven Pressfield (P)1999 Recorded Books, LLC

A great story

Where does Gates of Fire rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

#1

What other book might you compare Gates of Fire to and why?

I don't think you can compare it with anything. The history can be compared to the events that took place at the Alamo but this is an epic story. The story line was well written and enjoyed how it flowed.

Few achieve that ending!

This book is a must! I cannot say enough good things about it. The author's classical passion for the momentous events of this world changing battle are clear and perfectly expressed by George Guidall's flawless performance! The true courage and dedication of the men facing the absurdly overwhelming odds against them is thrown at us with merciless but necessary audacity, and their exemplary sacrifice a lesson for us all to remember today, thousands of years after their heroism and selfless actions shocked the ancient world and remain today as a banner for freedom and the cost of it. The overall perfection of this book is marked by the chill I felt when Mr. George Guidall narrated the words: "Tell the Spartans, stranger passing by, that here obedient to their laws we lie." An standing ovation for both, author and narrator!

By far my favorite novel

This book is a master piece of work. I have never read or heard anyone be able to put in words the meaning of brotherhood, patriotism, or the bonds of friendship formed in war, like this author has. My all time new favorite book.

A Shining Star...

Excellent! Very readable and entertaining. I found myself thinking about the book when not reading and reliving certain passages.

Highly recommended.

Really Well Done

I really enjoyed this audible. The Narrator George Guidall has a really great voice for story telling. I found myself not wanting to stop listening It really keeps your attention. I highly recommend this if you like anything to Sparta and the Spartans. .