Publisher's Synopsis
History of Greece Volume 1 is a comprehensive account of the earliest times of Greek civilization up to the end of the Persian War, written by Max Wolfgang Duncker and first published in 1883. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different period of Greek history, from the Bronze Age to the Persian invasion. Duncker begins by exploring the myths and legends that surround the earliest Greek civilizations, including the Minoans and Mycenaeans. He then moves on to the Archaic period, which saw the rise of city-states and the development of democracy. The book also covers the Persian Wars, which marked a significant turning point in Greek history and led to the emergence of Athens as a dominant power. Throughout the book, Duncker provides detailed descriptions of the major events, personalities, and cultural developments that shaped Greek history. He also discusses the social, economic, and political structures of ancient Greece, as well as its art, literature, and philosophy. History of Greece Volume 1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Greece, providing a detailed and engaging account of this fascinating period in human history.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.
