Ancient Civilization an Introduction to Modern History (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Arthur Mayer Wolfson

9780267093472: Ancient Civilization an Introduction to Modern History (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267093470 ISBN 13: 9780267093472

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the rise of ancient civilizations and the roots of the modern world.

This introduction surveys the world from early builders in the Near East to the rise of Rome as a dominant power in the Mediterranean. It traces how gray areas of prehistory, early city-states, and classical cultures shaped politics, religion, and daily life. The text blends places, people, and ideas to show how ancient societies influenced later history, with clear, concrete detail that helps readers see broad patterns and key turning points.

Readers will gain a grounded sense of how Rome grew from a city on the Tiber to a republic and empire, how the Etruscans and Latins contributed to early Italian civilization, and how Rome interacted with Carthage and the broader world. The material highlights essential concepts—government, religion, and social structure—through vivid examples and accessible explanations.

How early Italian tribes formed the setting for Rome’s beginnings and its first institutions
Connections between daily life, religion, and politics in ancient societies
Key events and figures in the Punic Wars and the expansion of Rome
Patterns that link ancient civilizations to later historical developments

Ideal for readers seeking a clear, compact overview of the ancient world and its lasting influence on modern history.

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