The Greeks: An Introduction to Their CultureThe Greeks has provided a concise yet wide-ranging introduction to the culture of ancient Greece since its first publication. In this expanded second edition the best-selling volume offers a lucid survey that: covers all the key elements of ancient Greek civilization from the age of Homer to the Hellenistic period; provides detailed discussions of the main trends in literature and drama, philosophy, art and architecture, with generous reference to original sources; places ancient Greek culture firmly in its political, social and historical context; includes a new chapter on 'Religion and Social Life'. @text:The Greeks now contains more illustrations, a chronological chart, maps, and suggestions for further reading as well as a new glossary. The Greeks is an indispensable introduction for all students of Classics, and an invaluable guide for students of other disciplines who require a grounding in Greek civilization. |
Contents
The Odyssey | 15 |
poetry and art 22 228 | 22 |
HISTORY | 29 |
LITERATURE | 73 |
PHILOSOPHY | 118 |
ART | 150 |
b Photograph of the temple of Poseidon | 174 |
a Archaic kouros | 178 |
Bust of Pericles | 188 |
Horse of Selene | 190 |
Deities from the Parthenon frieze | 191 |
Iris from the Parthenon pediment | 192 |
Hermes | 193 |
Aphrodite | 194 |
Aphrodite from Melos | 197 |
Laocoon | 198 |
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