Steven Pressfield on Writing Historical Fiction

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It’s August, and so David and Sarah are taking a break from court coverage and legal issues. Steven Pressfield, author of A Man at Arms, joins Sarah and David to kick off the month with a deep dive into what it’s like to write historical fiction set in the ancient world. Pressfield explains his mechanisms for creating fascinating stories and three-dimensional characters. What is the key to bringing history back to life? Plus: Steven gives some tried-and-true advice to aspiring writers.   Show Notes: -A Man at Arms -Steven Pressfield’s books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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