Readings in Greek History by D Brendan Nagle

Readings in Greek History by D Brendan Nagle

An ideal reader for courses in Greek history, Greek civilization, and Western civilization, this comprehensive collection of more than 180 historical source documents covers major aspects of Greek civilization from the Archaic Age through the end of the Hellenistic Period. Featuring a diverse and extensive array of selections from the works of major authors, Readings in Greek History: Sources and Interpretations offers balanced coverage of political, social, cultural, intellectual, economic, and technological developments in Greek life. It provides selections drawn from historical, philosophical, and oratorical Greek literary texts and from documentary sources, including inscriptions and papyri. Many of the readings have been newly translated especially for this volume.

Readings in Greek History: Sources and Interpretations is organized chronologically but also addresses various themes throughout--including religion, war, and gender relations--motivating students to explore essential historical topics from a variety of perspectives. Substantial introductions to each chapter and selection offer useful background information, while more than thirty photographs, images, and maps further illustrate key components of Greek culture.

a comprehensive survey of ancient Greek history through a selection of primary sources introduced and placed in historical context by the editorsStephanie Lynn Budin, The Classical Review A promising and helpful tool for those who, though unfamiliar with the classical languages, want to deepen their knowledge of the Greek world Jan P. Stronk, Bryn Mawr Classical Review

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ISBN 13	9780195178258
ISBN 10	0195178254
Titel	Readings in Greek History
Autor	D Brendan Nagle
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Bindungsart	Paperback
Verlag	Oxford University Press Inc
Erscheinungsjahr	2006-12-15
Seitenanzahl	334
Hinweis auf dem Einband	Die Abbildung des Buches dient nur Illustrationszwecken, die tatsächliche Bindung, das Cover und die Auflage können sich davon unterscheiden.