Overview
A Smaller History of Greece, from the Earliest Times to the Roman Conquest is a comprehensive book written by William Smith. The book provides an in-depth overview of the history of Greece, starting from the earliest times and ending with the Roman Conquest. The author covers the major events and developments in Greek history, including the rise of the Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations, the Persian Wars, the Peloponnesian War, and the conquests of Alexander the Great.The book also delves into the social, cultural, and political aspects of Greek life, including their religion, art, literature, and philosophy. The author explores the significance of Greek mythology, the role of women in society, and the evolution of democracy in Athens. The book also highlights the contributions of famous Greek figures, such as Homer, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, to the development of Western civilization.Overall, A Smaller History of Greece is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in ancient Greek history and culture. The book provides a concise and accessible overview of the major events and figures in Greek history, making it an ideal resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
- | Author: William Smith
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jun 01, 2007
- | Number of Pages: 268 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 143266588X
- | ISBN-13: 9781432665883
