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The Classical World: An Epic History from Homer to Hadrian

Robin Lane Fox
3.91/5 (1584 ratings)
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The classical civilizations of Greece & Rome once dominated the world. They continue to fascinate & inspire us. Classical art & architecture, drama & epic, philosophy & politics--these are the foundations of Western civilization. In The Classical World, eminent classicist Robin Lane Fox chronicles this vast sweep of history from Homer to the reign of Augustus. From the Peloponnesian War thru the creation of Athenian democracy, from the turbulent empire of Alexander the Great to the creation of the Roman Empire & the emergence of Christianity, he serves as a witty & trenchant guide. He introduces extraordinary heroes & horrific villains, great thinkers & bloodthirsty tyrants.
Format:
Pages:
672 pages
Publication:
2006
Publisher:
Basic Books
Edition:
1st, First Edition
Language:
eng
ISBN10:
0465024963
ISBN13:
9780465024964
kindle Asin:
B00B77AEY2

The Classical World: An Epic History from Homer to Hadrian

Robin Lane Fox
3.91/5 (1584 ratings)
Read Download
The classical civilizations of Greece & Rome once dominated the world. They continue to fascinate & inspire us. Classical art & architecture, drama & epic, philosophy & politics--these are the foundations of Western civilization. In The Classical World, eminent classicist Robin Lane Fox chronicles this vast sweep of history from Homer to the reign of Augustus. From the Peloponnesian War thru the creation of Athenian democracy, from the turbulent empire of Alexander the Great to the creation of the Roman Empire & the emergence of Christianity, he serves as a witty & trenchant guide. He introduces extraordinary heroes & horrific villains, great thinkers & bloodthirsty tyrants.
Format:
Pages:
672 pages
Publication:
2006
Publisher:
Basic Books
Edition:
1st, First Edition
Language:
eng
ISBN10:
0465024963
ISBN13:
9780465024964
kindle Asin:
B00B77AEY2

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