to 146 b.c

Describes Greek thought and art during the Periclean age of Greece.

Explores the ancient Greek world by examining the treasures, temples and tombs through archeological excavations and restorations.

Provides information on the social system, politics, economy, daily life, religion, and science of Classical Greek Civilization from 800 TO 323 B.C.

Profiles the daily lives of the ancient Greeks and discusses what they ate, how they dressed, where they lived, how they treated prisoners and slaves, and other related topics.

A history of the Spartan civilization, focusing on some of its prominent citizens, the ideals on which it was based, and how, despite the high values placed on masculine ideals, women were allowed an unusually dominant and powerful role.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide a comprehensive overview of the ancient Greeks, and covers politics, geography, mythical figures, philosophers, historians, rulers, and more; and features over seventy line drawings.

Presents short biographies of such figures from ancient Greece as poets Homer and Hesiod, philosophers Plato and Aristotle, and leaders Alexander and Cleopatra, and includes a chronology and an annotated further reading list.

Explores everyday life in ancient Greece, discussing society, education, clothing, food, drink, festivals, and other related topics.

An introduction to the history, government, culture, people, and aspects of daily life of ancient Greece and its pervasive and enduring influence on western civilization.

Describes the daily life of ancient Greece, including such topics as schools, work, shopping, religion, drama, and sports.