From theatre to politics, no other single civilisation has influenced the Western world more profoundly than that of ancient Greece.
From the roots of democracy to philosophy and mathematics, it's fascinating to learn how much western civilisation has stemmed from that of ancient Greece. This book offers an introduction to the lives of the ancient Greeks, their mythologies and traditions and their culture and learning.
With colour illustrations supporting a clear, informative and engaging text, this guide is a perfect companion for both adults and children alike.
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| ISBN: | 9780007231652 |
| Publication date: | 2nd July 2007 |
| Author: | David Pickering |
| Publisher: | Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 255 pages |
| Series: | Collins Gem |
| Genres: |
Social and cultural history History of ideas Ancient Greek and Roman literature Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval Ancient warfare Ancient Greek and Roman philosophy Ancient Greek religion and mythology Philosophy of mathematics Ancient history European history |
From theatre to politics, no other single civilisation has influenced the Western world more profoundly than that of ancient Greece.From the roots of democracy to philosophy and mathematics, it's fascinating to learn how much western civilisation has stemmed from that of ancient Greece. This book offers an introduction to the lives of the ancient Greeks, their mythologies and traditions and their culture and learning.With colour illustrations supporting a clear, informative and engaging text, this guide is a perfect companion for both adults and children alike.Includes:Geography - map of GreeceHistory - the different civilizations from the Minoans through to the Hellenistic periodReligion - gods, festivals, oracles and musesMythology - Homer's Odyssey, the Minotaur, IcarusDaily life in Ancient Greece - everyday life for all levels of society; the jobs, family life, leisure activitiesPolitics - democracy and the Athenian councilLearning and knowledge - philosophy, science,mathematics, medicine and literatureWar - important wars; the army and navyGreece Today - temples, archaeology and the monuments that can still be seen today
Ancient Greece features in the following genres: Social and cultural history, History of ideas, Ancient Greek and Roman literature, Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval, Ancient warfare, Ancient Greek and Roman philosophy, Ancient Greek religion and mythology, Philosophy of mathematics, Ancient history, European history
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Ancient Greece was written by David Pickering and published by Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Ancient Greece has 255 pages
Yes it is part of Collins Gem series