Cambyses and His Acts of Disrespect
While Cambyses remained in Memphis, he committed many other violent and shocking acts. These outrages were directed not only against […]
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Croesus Advises the Persian King
After witnessing many cruel acts, Croesus the Lydian believed it was his duty to speak to King Cambyses. Croesus was
Cambyses and the Test of Madness
Cambyses, the Persian king, became known not only for his power but also for his cruelty and unstable behavior. Many
Croesus and the Expansion of the Lydian Empire
Over many years, King Croesus of Lydia greatly expanded his power. Step by step, he brought under his control almost
The Death of Alyattes and His Offerings to Delphi
After ending the long and difficult war with the people of Miletus, King Alyattes ruled the land of Lydia for
Periander of Corinth and His Time
Periander, who warned Thrasybulus about the oracle, was the son of Cypselus and the ruler, or tyrant, of Corinth. He