The Usborne Encyclopedia Of Ancient Greece

Explores the history of the early civilizations of Greece, as well as their architecture, art, poetry, drama, and music.

Provides information on the culture and history of ancient Greece from Minoan times to the coming of the Romans.

This encyclopedia brings Ancient Greece to life. Lavishly illustrated with stunning photographs, detailed maps, dramatic cutaways and reconstructions of historical events, this is the only reference book on Ancient Greece you'll ever need.

This reference tells the stories of the peoples of the ancient past and shows how they laid the foundations of the modern world. Each of the first five chapters looks at the cultures and civilizations that developed in one particular region. The last chapter looks at some general aspects of life in the ancient world, such as agriculture or legal codes, and examines them in different cultures. A time line shows how civilizations in different parts of the world relate to each other in time. Nicely illustrated with many color images. Annotation copyrighted by Book News Inc., Portland, OR

You will find the history of the world covering the major civilizations, rulers and events. The book paints a vivid picture of everyday life over thousands of years.

An illustrated encyclopedia of characters from Greek mythology, prepare to be amazed.

Examining every aspect of the culture from antiquity to the founding of Constantinople in the early Byzantine era, this thoroughly cross-referenced and fully indexed work is written by an international group of scholars. This Encyclopedia is derived from the more broadly focused Encyclopedia of Greece and the Hellenic Tradition, the highly praised two-volume work. Newly edited by Nigel Wilson, this single-volume reference provides a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the political, cultural, and social life of the people and to the places, ideas, periods, and events that defined ancient Greece.

Age 10+. Provides information on the culture and history of ancient Greece from Minoan times to the coming of the Romans.