*L'arc-en-ciel et l'archer* is a scholarly study of Herodotus' *Histories*, examining how narrative, interpretation, and historical thought are intertwined in the ancient Greek historian's work. Guy Lachenaud treats Herodotus not simply as a source for early Greek history, but as a writer whose storytelling shapes the meaning of events, human actions, and cultural encounters. The study explores the literary and conceptual structures of the *Histories*, including the role of signs, memory, causality, and moral reflection in Herodotean narrative. By focusing on Herodotus' philosophy of history, the book situates his work within the intellectual world of classical antiquity and its later reception in modern criticism. It is intended for readers interested in ancient historiography, classical studies, and the theory of history.