Hamilton, Edith
The Greek Way
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393354447
- author:
- Hamilton, Edith
- format:
- Paperback (25 Jul 2017)
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 20.57 x 13.72 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Greek Way by Edith Hamilton explores the spirit and achievements of ancient Greece in the fifth century BC. This period saw the height of Greek civilization, marked by significant contributions to aesthetics, philosophy, and literature. Hamilton delves into the works of influential figures such as Homer, Pindar, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes, and Euripides, examining their impact on Western culture. She also examines the philosophical ideas of Socrates and Plato's role in preserving them, as well as historical accounts by Herodotus and Thucydides. By examining these key aspects of ancient Greek culture, Hamilton provides a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal era in human history.
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