The Peloponnesian War is an account of war between the Delian league, led by Athens and the Peloponnesian League, led by Sparta, as told by Thucydides, an Athenian historian and general. Thucydides covers the time period between 433 and 411 B.C. His candid, and generally unbiased account, investigates the causes of the war, military technology, and the temptation of expaning empire that enticed Athens into conflict. The Peloponnesian War has been considered a historical and military classic since ancient times. Now you have the chance to read and learn from one of the great minds of history.