The Bronze Lie

Uncover the truth behind the legend of the Spartan warriors with The Bronze Lie. Author Myke Cole examines the history of Sparta and its military academy, revealing their true motivations for militarism and revealing previously unexamined Spartan reverses. Delve into the minutiae of Spartan warfare, from arms and armor to tactics and strategy, and re-examine major battles including the infamous Thermopylae. Discover the reality behind the propaganda machine that turned the Spartans into legends and explore the role of helots, a near-slave underclass, in Sparta's militaristic society.