The World of Athens (Reading Greek) (1984)

by Joint Association of Classical Teachers

Other authors: Peter V. Jones

Series: Joint Association of Classical Teachers' Greek Course (Culture + History (1st ed))

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The World of Athens is a serious, up-to-date account of the history and culture of fifth century Athens for adults, university students and sixth-formers with an intelligent interest in ancient Greece. The book, which is profusely illustrated, contains chapters on all aspects of the history, culture, values and achievements of Athenian life. Teachers and students of Reading Greek now have a full and instant guide to the cultural and historical topics in which the course is so diverse and rich. The book is essential for all users of Reading Greek.… (more)

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Originally purchased as a course set book, it's been invaluable as an easy-access guide to all things ancient Greek ... C5thBC Athens, culture, religion, basic vocab & concepts, Etc. (

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The World of Athens: An Introduction to Classical Athenian Culture

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1984

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Pericles

Socrates (c. 470–399 BC)

Alcibiades

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Athens, Greece

Piraeus, Greece

The Acropolis, Athens, Greece

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Greco-Persian Wars (499 BCE | 449 BCE)

Battle of Marathon (490 BCE)

Second Persian Invasion of Greece

Battle of Thermopylae (480 BCE)

Battle of Salamis (480 BCE-09)

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Some time after 640 at Athens, a one-time Olympic victor called Kylon attempted a coup, while the attention of the citizens was turned to a religious festival (always a favourite moment for subversion).

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The World of Athens is a serious, up-to-date account of the history and culture of fifth century Athens for adults, university students and sixth-formers with an intelligent interest in ancient Greece. The book, which is profusely illustrated, contains chapters on all aspects of the history, culture, values and achievements of Athenian life. Teachers and students of Reading Greek now have a full and instant guide to the cultural and historical topics in which the course is so diverse and rich. The book is essential for all users of Reading Greek.

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