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  • A Concise Survey of Greek History from the Bronze Age to the End of the Hellenistic Period (Introduction to Greek and Roman History)
  • By: Aeon History
  • Narrated by: Gary Bartley
  • Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins

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Golden Laurels, Silver Seas

By: Aeon History
Narrated by: Gary Bartley
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Publisher's Summary

Discover the allure of ancient Greece – Unlock a world where Greek mythology, art, culture, and politics intertwine

For those who seek inspiration from the great civilizations of the past, Golden Laurels, Silver Seas offers an accessible, comprehensive, and engaging survey of ancient Greek history.

From the devastating Trojan War to the Hellenistic Greek Kingdoms fighting to succeed Alexander, here’s your chance to learn all the key events that marked the history and culture of the ancient Greeks.

This isn't just another history of Greece—the team at Aeon History has written another well-researched, highly compelling listen.

The wisdom and progress of the Greeks call to us across the centuries. Golden Laurels, Silver Seas is your key to over 2,000 years of Greek history - political, military, intellectual, philosophical, and cultural.

Here’s just a fraction of what you’ll find in this book:

  • Discover the mythological heroes of the Trojan War… and the surprises that archaeologists have unearthed
  • Explore the birth of Ancient Greek Democracy, Theater, Science, and Philosophy
  • Learn about the rise of the Greek city-states and their mighty battles in the Persian Wars
  • Classical Greece: See the rise and fall of Spartan Power and Athenian Democracy - Rediscover the devastation wrought by Greek on Greek during the Peloponnesian Wars
  • Travel to the edge of the world - Follow Alexander the Great as he seeks bloody revenge on the Persian Empire - and becomes the greatest conqueror of the ancient world
  • All this and so much more.

Even if you've encountered the story of ancient Greece before, Golden Laurels, Silver Seas offers fresh perspectives, weaving together intricate details into an accessible and compelling narrative. It's the best way to start your lifelong journey into the ancient history that forged Western Civilization

If you’re ready to embark on a journey where legends, battles, and history come alive, scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now.

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