| Ancient Greece: From Prehistoric to Hellenistic Times Contributor(s): Martin, Thomas R. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0300160054 ISBN-13: 9780300160055 Publisher: Yale University Press OUR PRICE: $23.70 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Ancient - Greece - Art | History - Ancient & Classical - Social Science | Archaeology |
| Dewey: 938 |
| LCCN: 2012043154 |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 5.5" W x 8.2" (0.88 lbs) 328 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.) - Cultural Region - Greece - Chronological Period - Prehistoric |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This compact yet comprehensive history brings ancient Greek civilization 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 civilizations 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 |