Discovering Ancient Greece

Author : Kathryn Morgan
Publisher : Britannica Educational Publishing
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2015-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781622758333

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Discovering Ancient Greece by Kathryn Morgan Pdf

It would be difficult to decide if the ancient Greeks are best known for their literature or mythology, for their philosophy or their government. On all fronts, ancient Greece paved the way for civilizations to come, making momentous contributions to humanity unmatched by other societies. This authoritative, upper elementary volume covers all aspects of Greek society, including daily life, deities and legends, and the political systems of Greek city-states. Important writers and thinkers receive equal treatment, with profiles of Sophocles, Plato, and Homer presented, among others—all amounting to an exploration sure to inspire awe of the might of ancient Greece.

Author : David West
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781482450668

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The Ancient Greeks by David West Pdf

Civilization today owes much to the ancient Greeks. Greek philosophers, inventors, and mathematicians made contributions to their fields that we still recognize and utilize. This comprehensive but accessible volume offers a wealth of information about the ancient Greeks, including what their homes looked like, how they practiced their religion, what happened when they waged war, and what their theater and sports were like. Both colorful, original artwork and photographs of Greek artifacts aid readers in understanding more about this people and the times in which they lived.

Author : Imogen Greenberg
Publisher : Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2017-06-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1847809510

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The Ancient Greeks by Imogen Greenberg Pdf

Learn everything you need to know about the Ancient Greeks, and some of the things they'd rather you didn't find out! Packed full of facts and witty asides, this book, which includes a fold-out map and timeline, uses comic strips to explore a different theme or topic on every spread. Created by graphic novelist Isabel Greenberg and her sister, Imogen Greenberg, the Discover… series offers a fresh and accessible entry point to history for children 8+.

Author : Zofia Archibald
Publisher : Facts on File
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : History
ISBN : 0816026149

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Discovering the World of the Ancient Greeks by Zofia Archibald Pdf

Recounts discoveries in Greek archaeology, discusses the principle elements of ancient Greek civilization, and describes the history and ruins of the most significant sites

Author : John Camp,Elizabeth Fisher
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Greece
ISBN : 0500288747

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Exploring the World of the Ancient Greeks by John Camp,Elizabeth Fisher Pdf

"Tracing 3,500 years of ancient Greek culture . . . this survey reveals the myriad ways in which these people made unparalleled contributions to the rise of Western civilization."--Science News

Author : Paul Cartledge
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2020-09-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781468316070

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Thebes by Paul Cartledge Pdf

The riveting, definitive account of the ancient Greek city of Thebes, by the acclaimed author of The Spartans—now in paperback Among the extensive writing available about the history of ancient Greece, there is precious little about the city-state of Thebes. At one point the most powerful city in ancient Greece, Thebes has been long overshadowed by its better-known rivals, Athens and Sparta. In Thebes: The Forgotten City of Ancient Greece, acclaimed classicist and historian Paul Cartledge brings the city vividly to life and argues that it is central to our understanding of the ancient Greeks’ achievements—whether politically or culturally—and thus to the wider politico-cultural traditions of western Europe, the Americas, and indeed the world. From its role as an ancient political power, to its destruction at the hands of Alexander the Great as punishment for a failed revolt, to its eventual restoration by Alexander’s successor, Cartledge deftly chronicles the rise and fall of the ancient city. He recounts the history with deep clarity and mastery for the subject and makes clear both the di?erences and the interconnections between the Thebes of myth and the Thebes of history. Written in clear prose and illustrated with images in two color inserts, Thebes is a gripping read for students of ancient history and those looking to experience the real city behind the myths of Cadmus, Hercules, and Oedipus.

Author : Colin Hynson
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2008-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1435826213

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How People Lived in Ancient Greece by Colin Hynson Pdf

Describes everyday life among the ancient Greeks, covering family life, marriage, leisure, education, clothing, food and drink, warfare, religion, and funerals.

Author : Zofia Archibald
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Excavations (Archaeology)
ISBN : 1875986898

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Discovering the World of the Ancient Greeks by Zofia Archibald Pdf

Author : Kurt A. Raaflaub,Josiah Ober,Robert Wallace
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2008-10-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780520258099

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Origins of Democracy in Ancient Greece by Kurt A. Raaflaub,Josiah Ober,Robert Wallace Pdf

"A balanced, high-quality analysis of the developing nature of Athenian political society and its relationship to 'democracy' as a timeless concept."—Mark Munn, author of The School of History

Author : Sean O'Neill
Publisher : 50 Things You Didn't Know abou
Page : 19 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781634407922

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50 Things You Didn't Know about Ancient Egypt by Sean O'Neill Pdf

Learn all about Pharoahs and daily life (and death) in Ancient Egypt. Discover 3,000 years of an ancient civilization through amazing and amusing facts about daily life, afterlife, and how the rulers kept it all under control.

Author : Keith Goodman
Publisher : English Reading Tree
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-21
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1976963362

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Discovering Ancient Greece for Kids by Keith Goodman Pdf

Introducing: Discovering Ancient Greece for Kids The English Reading Tree Book 36 Discovering Ancient Greece is aimed at children aged seven and over and is part of the English Reading Tree Series (number 36). It is a perfect tool for parents to get their children into the habit of reading. This book has been created to entertain and educate young minds. It is packed with information and trivia and has lots of authentic images that bring the topic alive. There is a quiz at the beginning and end to test how much has been learned. What people are saying about the English Reading Tree Excellent books that not only improve reading ability but educate: Goodreads Very well presented and I particularly enjoyed the quiz at the end: Post Online Simple, easy to read and full of interesting facts. What more can a parent ask? Island EBooks

Author : Norman Bancroft Hunt
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Civilization, Ancient
ISBN : 9781438135410

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Living in Ancient Greece by Norman Bancroft Hunt Pdf

Focuses on an ideal period set some time in the Classical period of Perikles. This book examines several aspects of daily life across various strata of Greek society, from the aristoi to the Metics and slaves; from food to religious beliefs. It is useful for students who want to learn more about living in ancient Greece.

Author : Christian Meier
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : History
ISBN : 0674362322

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The Greek Discovery of Politics by Christian Meier Pdf

Why the Greeks? How did it happen that these people--out of all Mediterranean societies--developed democratic systems of government? The outstanding German historian of the ancient world, Christian Meier, reconstructs the process of political thinking in Greek culture that led to democracy. He demonstrates that the civic identity of the Athenians was a direct precondition for the practical reality of this form of government. Meier shows how the structure of Greek communal life gave individuals a civic role and discusses a crucial reform that institutionalized the idea of equality before the law. In Greek drama--specifically Aeschylus' Oresteia--he finds reflections of the ascendancy of civil law and of a politicizing of life in the city-state. He examines the role of the leader as well as citizen participation in Athenian democracy and describes an ancient equivalent of the idea of social progress. He also contrasts the fifth-century Greek political world with today's world, drawing revealing comparisons. The Greek Discovery of Politics is important reading for ancient historians, classicists, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of political thought or in the culture of ancient Greece.

Author : Barbara Brannon
Publisher : Benchmark Education Company
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Ancient Greece
ISBN : 9781410851635

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Discover Ancient Greece by Barbara Brannon Pdf

In brief text and pictures, describes life in Ancient Greece.

Author : Kim A. O'connell
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781464403354

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Discover Ancient Greece by Kim A. O'connell Pdf

This book provides an overview of the history of ancient Greece, beginning with the Minoans, Greek mythology, and Mycenae, and continuing to the advent of Rome. Greek philosophy, religion, daily life, love of sports, and art and architecture are also explored.