Greek Life

Readers will discover the vivid contrasts between the ordinary lives of the citizens of Athens, the cradle of humanism, and Sparta, a neighboring authoritarian military citadel. Here too are illustrations and descriptions that convey a sense of the architecture of Greek cities, major Greek figures, the importance of the theater, the bitter wars raged with Persia, and more. Full color.

Readers will discover the vivid contrasts between the ordinary lives of the citizens of Athens, the cradle of humanism, and Sparta, a neighboring authoritarian military citadel.