Ancient Greece: From Prehistoric to Hellenistic Times (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780300160055)

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

Author: Thomas R. Martin
ISBN-10: 0300160054
ISBN-13: 9780300160055
Publisher: Yale University Press
Language: English
Published: 04/16/2013
Pages: 328
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.50w x 1.00d