Summary: On the culture that brought us democracy, the Olympics,
Socrates, and Alexander the Great, this lavishly illustrated reference about
ancient Greece presents the amazing history through gripping stories; the rise
and fall of the phenomenal empire; the powerful legacy left by ancient Greece
for the modern world; and the new discoveries shedding light on these ancient
people that are still so much with us. Even today, Greek art and architecture
dominate our cities; modern military strategists still study and employ Hellenic
war tactics; Greek poetry, plays, and philosophy are widely read and enjoyed;
and science, mathematics, medicine, and astronomy all build on the fundamentals
of early Greek thinking. Included are fascinating insights into Greek island
living, ancient social networking, and the extreme priority Greeks placed on
athletic competition (warring city-states declared truces during the Olympic
games). Learn of spectacular discoveries such as the Uluburun shipwreck, the
earliest writing ever found in Europe, and buried palaces. A stunning treasure,
this lushly-illustrated, uniquely comprehensive and accessible history of
Ancient Greece is perfect for anyone interested in the origins of our modern
world.
Angie’s comments: This is a nice
overview of the ancient Greeks. However, the best part of this book was the
photographs and graphics. Even if you didn’t want to read the book, this is
still a great choice for just looking at the (colored!) pictures.
Recommended for
anyone interested in Greek history.
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November 7, 2016
The Greeks
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