The Early Age Of Greece V1 (1901)

by William Ridgeway

Book Overview

The Early Age of Greece Volume 1 is a historical book written by William Ridgeway and first published in 1901. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early history of Greece, covering the period from the Bronze Age to the Archaic period. Ridgeway explores the origins of Greek civilization, including the Mycenaean civilization, the Trojan War, and the emergence of the city-states. He also examines the social, political, and economic structures of early Greek society, as well as their religion, art, and literature.The book is divided into chapters that cover specific topics such as the Mycenaeans, the Homeric poems, the emergence of the polis, and the Persian Wars. Ridgeway draws on archaeological evidence, literary sources, and his own expertise in the field to provide a detailed and engaging account of this fascinating period in Greek history.Overall, The Early Age of Greece Volume 1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Greece, providing a thorough and insightful analysis of the early development of this influential civilization.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104911698
• ISBN13: 9781104911690
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 702 Pages
• Weight: 2.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"