Gates of Fire is a historical fiction novel that recounts the Battle of Thermopylae.
Why is it so important? The book gives a detailed account of the Spartan society, particularly the agoge, which is the military training program which all young Spartan boys must complete to become citizens of Sparta.
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Contributor: Eric Sztanyo from We Buy NKY Houses
Such a good book! 300, but much better. Pressfield is so talented.