Ancient Greece

A Very Short Introduction

(Author) Paul Cartledge
Format: Paperback
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A highly stimulating Very Short Introduction to the history of Ancient Greek civilization, from the first documented use of the Greek language in about 1400 BCE, through the glories of the Classical and Hellenistic periods, to the foundation of the Byzantine empire in about CE 330.

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Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
217
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780199601349
Publish year:
2011
Publish date:
Oct. 27, 2011

Paul Cartledge

Paul Cartledge is a renowned British ancient historian known for his work "The Spartans: An Epic History." His writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex historical topics approachable for a wider audience. Cartledge's key contribution to literature lies in his ability to bring ancient civilizations to life with vivid storytelling and meticulous research.

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