The Ancient Greeks For Dummies Paperback / softback - 2008 - 1st Edition
by Stephen Batchelor
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- Title The Ancient Greeks For Dummies
- Author Stephen Batchelor
- Binding Paperback / softback
- Edition number 1st
- Edition 1
- Condition New
- Pages 384
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher For Dummies
- Date 2008-12-01
- Features Index, Maps, Price on Product - Canadian, Table of Contents
- Bookseller's Inventory # B9780470987872
- ISBN 9780470987872 / 0470987871
- Weight 1.59 lbs (0.72 kg)
- Dimensions 9.24 x 7.58 x 0.82 in (23.47 x 19.25 x 2.08 cm)
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Themes
- Chronological Period: Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
- Cultural Region: Greece
- Library of Congress subjects Greece - History - To 146 B.C, Greece - Civilization - To 146 B.C
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2008301242
- Dewey Decimal Code 938
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Uncover the cornerstone of western civilisation.
If ancient history is all Greek to you, then this is the lively and straight-talking guide you've been waiting for. From academics and athletes, wars and warriors, to Athens and epic empire building, Ancient Greeks For Dummies introduces you to the fascinating history and culture of ancient Greece. You'll discover who the ancient Greeks were, where they came from, how they lived, and how their influence can still be felt around the world today.
Discover:
- How the ancient Greeks created civilisation as we know it
- Greek gods and heroic mythology
- What made Alexander so great
- The lasting legacy of ancient Greek philosophy and science
- Great Greek inventions
- Explanations in plain English
- 'Get in, get out' information
- Icons and other navigational aids
- Tear-out cheat sheet
- Top ten lists
- A dash of humour and fun
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