The Land of Ionia

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Society and Economy in the Archaic Period

By Alan M. Greaves

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The Land of Ionia by Alan M. Greaves delves into the rich history of an ancient Greek region known for its significant cultural contributions. The book explores the archaeology, literature, and philosophy that emerged from Ionia, painting a vivid picture of its historical impact. Greaves also examines the region's interaction with surrounding civilisations, offering a comprehensive overview of its role in the broader Mediterranean world.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by ancient civilisations and the rich history of the Greek colonies. It delves into the archaeology, culture, and influence of Ionia, offering a comprehensive exploration of its significance in ancient history. You might enjoy it for its detailed analysis and historical insights, perfect for both history enthusiasts and those with a keen interest in ancient military strategies.

The Land of Ionia

During the formative years of the archaic period, Ionia was one of the most important regions of the ancient world; however, Ionia s local identity has often been overlooked in scholarly works. This long overdue study of Archaic Ionia seeks to redress this omission.

Description

Incorporating over a century of archaeological research, Greaves offers a reassessment of Archaic Ionia that attempts to understand the region within its larger Mediterranean context and provides a thematic overview of its cities and people.

Key Features:

Seeks to balance the Greek and Anatolian cultural influences at work in Ionia during this important period of its history (700BC to the Battle of Lade in 494BC).
Organised thematically, covering landscape, economy, cities, colonisation, warfare, cult, and art.
Accesses German and Turkish scholarship, presenting a useful point of entry to the published literature for academics and students.

The Land of Ionia offers a fresh perspective by situating the region within a broader Mediterranean framework, thereby enriching the understanding of its historical complexities and cultural interactions.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Land of Ionia by Alan M. Greaves is praised for its detailed structure and thematic organisation, making it a valuable introductory text on Archaic Ionia for both students and scholars. The book's production quality, including its excellent binding and minimal typographical errors, is noted favourably, as is the presence of useful reference materials like a glossary and bibliography. Although there is mention of a missed opportunity, it is not enough to affect the book's overall success and utility. Its accessible style and well-crafted maps serve as an excellent preparation for readers interested in Herodotus, bridging Classical and mainstream archaeology effectively.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119025566

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 482g

Pages: 288

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Alan M. Greaves Ancient & Classical History Asian History History & Military Non-Fiction

About the Author

Alan Greaves is Lecturer in Archaeology at The University of Liverpool. He is the author of Miletos: A History (2002) and the editor of the volume Transanatolia (2007). He has also written numerous articles on Bronze Age-Iron Age archaeology in Turkey, Ionia, and Greek Colonization.