Hellenistic Age: A Very Short Introduction: Diversity in World War Two Britain

Print length: 152 pages
Language: English
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Publication date: 22 February 2018

Name: Hellenistic Age: A Very Short Introduction: Diversity in World War Two Britain
SKU: 9780198746041
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SKU: 9780198746041

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Explore the thrilling Hellenistic Age, a period of unprecedented cultural globalization following Alexander the Great’s conquests. From the 3rd century BC, a single language united lands from the Rhône to the Indus. Discover how diverse peoples interacted, with Celts serving Macedonian kings in Egypt and Greek philosophers studying Brahmins and Jews firsthand. Witness kings grappling with multi-ethnic states and the rise of early federal governments. This “Very Short Introduction” by Peter Thonemann, drawing on inscriptions, papyri, and art, unlocks the vibrant history and culture of the vast Hellenistic world, from Alexander’s death in 323 BC to the Roman conquest in 30 BC. Perfect for quickly grasping this dynamic era.

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