The Greeks: An Introduction to Their Culture (Peoples of the Ancient World (Paperback)) (Paperback)
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all these other countries) Usually dispatched within 24 hours | |Short Description for The Greeks Offers an introduction to the culture of ancient Greece. This title offers a survey that: covers the key elements of ancient Greek civilization from the age of Homer to the Hellenistic period; provides discussions of the main trends in literature and drama, philosophy, art and architecture; and includes a chapter on 'Religion and Social Life'.
Full description- Publisher: ROUTLEDGE
- Published: 26 June 2009
- Format: Paperback 256 pages
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- Categories: Classical History / Classical Civilisation | Social & Cultural History
- ISBN 13: 9780415469371 ISBN 10: 0415469376
- Sales rank: 647,124
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Full description for The Greeks
"The Greeks" has provided a concise yet wide-ranging introduction to the culture of ancient Greece since its first publication. In this expanded second edition the best-selling volume offers a lucid survey that: covers all the key elements of ancient Greek civilization from the age of Homer to the Hellenistic period; provides detailed discussions of the main trends in literature and drama, philosophy, art and architecture, with generous reference to original sources; places ancient Greek culture firmly in its political, social and historical context; includes a new chapter on 'Religion and Social Life'. "The Greeks" now contains more illustrations, a chronological chart, maps, and suggestions for further reading as well as a new glossary. "The Greeks" is an indispensable introduction for all students of Classics, and an invaluable guide for students of other disciplines who require a grounding in Greek civilization.
