The classical civilizations of Greece and Rome once dominated the world; and they continue to fascinate and inspire us. Classical art and architecture; drama and epic; philosophy and politics-these are the foundations of Western civilization. In The Classical World; eminent classicist Robin Lane Fox brilliantly chronicles this vast sweep of history from Homer to the reign of Hadrian. From the Peloponnesian War through the creation of Athenian democracy; from the turbulent empire of Alexander the Great to the creation of the Roman Empire and the emergence of Christianity; Fox serves as our witty and trenchant guide. He introduces us to extraordinary heroes and horrific villains; great thinkers and blood-thirsty tyrants. Throughout this vivid tour of two of the greatest civilizations the world has ever known; we remain in the hands of a great master.
#303855 in Books Giles MacDonogh 2009-02-24Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.25 x 1.75 x 6.25l; 1.71 #File Name: 0465003389656 pagesAfter the Reich The Brutal History of the Allied Occupation
Review
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy GERARD LA TOURNERIEGOOD BASELINE BACK GROUND INFORMATION FOR POST WW II COLD WAR POST COLD WAR EVENTS0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Lori CissellGreat product. Love the price fast delivery.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. excellent readBy KeithThe level of detail was extraordinary; it was challenging to keep it all in perspective. I've read dozens of books on the war and would recommend this highly.
