What is one criticism of Herodotus's work?
Too short
Too many characters
Inclusion of "legends and fanciful accounts"
Lack of dialogue
Answer
Herodotus has been criticized for his inclusion of "legends and fanciful accounts" in his work. However, he defended his approach, explaining that he reported what he could see and was told. Despite this criticism, his work is still highly regarded for its detailed account of the Greco-Persian Wars.
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