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The Ancient Greeks For Dummies
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The civilisation of the Ancient Greeks has been immensely influential on the language, politics, educational systems, philosophy, science and arts of Western culture.
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The civilisation of the Ancient Greeks has been immensely influential on the language, politics, educational systems, philosophy, science, and arts of Western culture. As well as establishing itself as the birthplace of the Olympics, Ancient Greece is famous for its literature, philosophy, mythology, and beautiful architecture, which attracts thousands of tourists every year.
This entertaining guide introduces readers to the amazing world of the Ancient Greeks. It offers a complete rundown of Greek history alongside fascinating insights into daily life in Ancient Greece and a captivating overview of Greek mythology. Readers will discover how this ancient culture became the cornerstone of Western civilisation and the enormous influence it has had on our language, politics, education, philosophy, science, arts, and sport.
- The history of Ancient Greece remains a wide topic of interest, particularly renowned for its influential and diverse culture.
- This basic guide will allow greater access to this vibrant area of study and provide a distinct and light-hearted approach to this vast area of history.
- Covers dozens of topics, including early civilisations, war & fighting, home & family, day-to-day life, and much, much more!
The Ancient Greeks For Dummies is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the profound impact of Ancient Greek culture on modern society.
About the author
Steve Batchelor is a lecturer in Classics at Richmond College and has been teaching ancient history for 10 years. He has written reviews for various publications, including History Today, and has also been involved in running guided historical tours of Greece.
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ISBN: 9780470987872
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 July 2008
Country: United States
Imprint: For Dummies
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 185.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 499g
Pages: 384
About the Author
Stephen Batchelor is a lecturer in Ancient History and Classical Studies. He writes reviews for History Today and Current Archaeology.
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