Ancient Greece

This compact yet comprehensive history brings ancient Greek civilisation alive, from its Stone Age roots to the fourth century B.C.

"A highly readable account of ancient Greece." — Kirkus Reviews

Focusing on the development of the Greek city-state and the society, culture, and architecture of Athens in its Golden Age, Thomas R. Martin integrates political, military, social, and cultural history in a book that will appeal to students and general readers alike. Now in its second edition, this classic work now features new maps and illustrations, a new introduction, and updates throughout.

“A limpidly written, highly accessible, and comprehensive history of Greece and its civilisations from prehistory through the collapse of Alexander the Great’s empire. . . . A highly readable account of ancient Greece, particularly useful as an introductory or review text for the student or the general reader.” — Kirkus Reviews

“A polished and informative work that will be useful for general readers and students.” — Daniel Tompkins, Temple University