The Spartans Prepare to Attack Samos
After listening to the pleas of the exiled Samians, the Lacedaemonians, also known as the Spartans, prepared for war and […]
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Different Stories About the Samian Fleet
There are several different accounts about what happened to the Samians whom Polycrates sent away on ships. Some writers say
Amasis Breaks His Friendship with Polycrates
When King Amasis of Egypt read the letter sent by Polycrates, he understood its meaning at once. The return of
Atys Challenges His Father’s Fear
Prince Atys answered his father with calm respect, but also with strong logic. He said that he did not blame
Croesus Refuses to Send His Son
King Croesus remembered the terrible dream he had seen earlier. Because of this, he answered the Mysian messengers with care
A Stranger Comes to Sardis
While King Croesus was busy preparing the wedding of his son Atys, an unusual event took place in the city