Publisher's Synopsis
First published in 1887, this authoritative history of the ancient world is a classic work of scholarship. Israel Smith Clare was a renowned historian and educator who spent many years studying the civilizations of Greece and Rome. In this volume, he provides a comprehensive overview of the political, cultural, and religious developments of the ancient world, from the rise of the city-states to the fall of the Roman empire. The book is written in a lucid and engaging style, and remains a valuable resource for students and scholars of ancient history.
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