Peter Salmon The Little Book of Ancient Greece

If you've ever been curious about the rich culture and vibrant history of Ancient Greece, dive into this whirlwind tour and discover the highlights of this epic civilization - Bite-size chapters help you learn about this fascinating civilisation - Get to know influential figures from the period, and how Ancient Greek lifestyles and philosophy are relevant today Although they lived over 2,000 years ago, the echoes of the Ancient Greeks can still be heard, loud and clear, today. From warfare and politics, to art, culture and everyday life, uncover their history with this fascinating little book, in which you will find the following and much more: - A whistle-stop tour of the Ancient Greek timeline , from the Mycenaean civilization to the Roman conquest. - Profiles of some of the most influential figures in politics, art and culture, from Homer to Pericles to Sappho. - An insight into the daily life of an Ancient Greek citizen. - The influence of Ancient Greece on the modern day , from democracy to the Olympics. In this pocket-sized window into the past, discover the key events, people and trivia you need to know to understand this remarkable period of history.