9780259924890 - Athens; Its Rise and Fall, Vol. 1: With Views of the Literature, Philosophy, and Social Life of the Athenian People (Classic Reprint) di Bulwer, Edward Lytton (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed and comprehensive history of Athens from its origins as a small region dominated by the Pelasgians to the reign of Pericles and the construction of some of its most notable architecture. Placing the development of Athens within the broader context of Greek history, the author explores the intricate evolution of Athenian culture, drawing connections between its politics, art, literature, and religion. The role of mythology and religion in Athenian daily life is closely examined, with insightful interpretations and connections drawn to the broader societal structure of the period. The author also explores the origins of slavery and aristocracy within Athenian culture, and provides a thorough and engaging narrative of the city's rise to prominence. Brilliantly weaving together multiple threads of Athenian history, this book gives readers a cohesive, riveting, and nuanced account of one of the most important civilizations in human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 278 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.