A History of the Classical World (The Story of Greece and Rome Retold)

This richly illustrated guide chronicles the rise and fall of the ancient Greek and Roman empires, accompanied by full-color artwork, maps, artefacts and more.

From palace-based societies in Minoan Crete to the Germanic invasion of Rome, this comprehensive guide tells the story of these classical civilisations, covering their political development, the rise of the city state and the growth of their empires. Also included are insights into the architectural, artistic and cultural impact of early Greece and Rome and vignettes of key political and cultural figures.

Accompanied by feature boxes, maps and superb photographs this is a fascinating introduction to the two great empires that shaped the modern world.

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