Readings in Greek History: Sources and Interpretations

Burstein, Stanley M.,Nagle, D. Brendan

ISBN 10: 019997845X / ISBN 13: 9780199978458

Published by Oxford University Press, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Readings in Greek History: Sources and Interpretations
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 019997845X
• ISBN 13: 9780199978458
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Acceptable

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Synopsis

An ideal reader for courses in Greek history, Greek civilization, and Western civilization, this comprehensive collection of more than 180 historical source documents covers major aspects of Greek civilization from the Archaic Age through the end of the Hellenistic Period. Featuring a diverse and extensive array of selections from the works of major authors, Readings in Greek History: Sources and Interpretations, Second Edition, offers balanced coverage of political, military, social, cultural, intellectual, economic, and technological developments in Greek life. It provides selections drawn from historical, philosophical, and oratorical Greek literary texts and from documentary sources, including inscriptions and papyri. The book is organized chronologically but also addresses various themes throughout, including religion, war, and gender relations. It is enhanced by substantial introductions to each chapter and selection and more than thirty photographs, images, and maps.

About the Author

D. Brendan Nagle is Professor Emeritus of History at the Unviersity of Southern California, Los Angeles. Stanley M. Burstein is Professor Emeritus of History at California State University, Los Angeles.