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One day in late September 480 BC, Greek warships faced the invading Persian fleet in the narrow Strait of Salami. This was the most important naval battle in the ancient world. Despite the huge disparity in power, the disadvantaged Greeks used strategies to deceive their enemies and ultimately won the battle. Even after more than two thousand years, the Battle of Salami remains one of the most tactically intelligent battles. The Greek victory changed the course of Western history, halted the expansion of the Persian Empire, and laid the foundation for the Golden Age of Athens. In a dramatic new account, historian and classicist Barry Strauss brings this landmark battle to life. He introduces us to the unforgettable figures whose decisions changed the course of history: Themistocles, the great leader of Athens (and commander of the Athenian fleet), who devised an ingenious strategy that basically destroyed the Persian navy in a day; "The Battle of Salamis" is an exciting historical work that allows you to truly experience the battle from all aspects of sight, sound and smell.