Green, Peter

Hellenistic Age (Modern Library Classics (Paperback)) (Modern Library Classics (Paperback))

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ISBN 13:
9780812967401
author:
Green, Peter
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Modern Library Inc
language:
English
Publication Year:
2008
Pages:
240
Dimensions:
133 mm X 203 mm
Genre:
European history: BCE to c 500 CE
Condition:
New
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£16.44

Description

The Hellenistic Age: A Remarkable Period in Ancient History From 336 to 30 BCE, the world was shaped by two great civilizations: ancient Greece and Rome. Peter Green's comprehensive study explores this pivotal era, where Alexander's conquests brought about widespread Hellenization, rival Macedonian factions vied for power, and city-states gave way to a new form of governance. Green masterfully weaves together themes of war, politics, art, science, and statecraft, revealing the complexities of this transformative period. With his expertise as a classicist, he brings fresh insights that make ancient history feel alarmingly relevant to our own times. This concise yet authoritative book offers a compelling overview of the Hellenistic Age, making it an excellent choice for those interested in world history. Green's study is notable for its brevity and elegance, while still conveying the subtlety and complexity of this crucial transitional period.

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