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A History of the Hellenistic World
323 - 30 BC
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Ideal for students, scholars, and readers interested in ancient history, particularly those focused on Hellenistic politics and culture.
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See moreA History of the Hellenistic World provides a new, authoritative account of the period following the reign of Alexander the Great. With clear narration and extensive documentation, the book explains the highly complex political history of the Hellenistic period.
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A History of the Hellenistic World provides an engaging look at the Macedonian monarchies in the period following the reign of Alexander the Great, and examines their impact on the Greek world.
Offers a clearly organised narrative with particular emphasis on state and governmental structures.
Makes extensive use of inscriptions in translation to illustrate the continuing vitality of the Greek city states prior to the Roman conquest.
Emphasises the specific Macedonian origins of all active participants in the creation of the Hellenistic world.
Highlights the relationships between Greek city-states and Macedonian monarchies.
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Praised for its clear narrative and masterful command of sources, A History of the Hellenistic World fills a gap in English-language political history. Choice Reviews commends the sharp eye for intrigue and insightful interpretation of inscriptions, recommending it highly for students and scholars alike. The Times Higher Education Supplement notes the author's expertise emphasising links between Greek city-states and Macedonian monarchies.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780631233886
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 February 2008
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Audience: Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 172.0mm
Height: 248.0mm
Weight: 544g
Pages: 368
About the Author
R. Malcolm Errington is Emeritus Professor of Ancient History at the University of Marburg, Germany. He holds degrees from the University of Durham and has published extensively on the Hellenistic period, especially on Roman expansion, and on Late Antiquity.
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