Ancient Greece: A Political, Social, and Cultural History
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| Rating | : | 4.35 (792 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 019068691X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 608 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-11 |
| Language | : | English |
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Recommended for all academic and large public libraries.?Claibourne G. Unlike many other histories, the book goes into depth on the Hellenistic period, as well as the Bronze and Dark Ages. From Library Journal Four well-known classicists have taken the traditional chronology of Greek history texts and written a much-needed overview for modern students. Each chapter begins with a discussion of the sources for that period and includes annotated endnotes that deal extensively with recent scholarship. Although the Spartans and Athenians naturally dominate, the authors consider Sparta before Athens, reflecting the order in which the moderns have admired them. . By means of a chapter structure that is well d
Written by six leading authorities on the classical world, this captivating study covers the entire period from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic Era.FEATURES* Uniquely in-depth coverage of social and cultural topics including women and family life, material culture, religion, law, homosexuality, slavery, athletics, and life in the countryside* Excerpts from ancient documents, selective recommendations for further reading, and a timeline and general introduction that provide a bird's-eye view of Greek history* Two sets of color plates that provide ample evidence from material culture* Key terms (boldfaced at their first appearance) and an extensive glossary. Revised and updated throughout, the fourth edition of Ancient Greece presents the political, social, cultural, and economic history and civilization of ancient Greece in all its complexity and variety
"The latest scholarship on Ancient Greece" according to Stephen Ege. Using in connection with and recommended by an on-line course by Professor Kagan at Yale. Gives context to his excellent on-line lectures.. Recommended I'm reading this along with Donald Kagan's first year course which is available free on Yale's website. It's a subject about which I knew nothing, and I'm finding it fascinating. Good book, and good lectures.. Easy and enjoyable read Clear. Concise. Easy and enjoyable read.