The Greek Way: How Ancient Greece Shaped the Foundations of Western Civilization (Dover Thrift Editions: History)

A vivid and electrifying journey that reveals how the radical ideas of ancient Greece laid the foundational roots of modern civilization. Through vivid prose and sharp analysis, Edith Hamilton brings to life the spirit of classical Greece, celebrating its achievements in art, philosophy, and literature, as well as its enduring legacy on modern civilization. She examines the works of Aeschylus, Aristophanes, Euripides, Homer, Plato, and Sophocles, among others. An insightful overview of ancient Greek culture and its contributions to the world. Explores the creativity, values, and spirit of ancient Greece, focusing on the fifth century BCE, considered the pinnacle of Greek civilization. Learn how Greek ideals of reason, balance, and individuality formed the foundation of Western thought. Read profiles of influential figures and their works, including historians Herodotus and Thucydides, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Plato, Homer, and others. Contrast Greek innovations with the values of other rigid, authoritarian ancient societies. Study how the Greek pursuit of intellectual clarity and critical thinking established the very framework of Western philosophy and science. Celebrate the unique Greek passion for harmony, balance, and beauty, and how their art idealized the human form. Understand how ancient notions of humanity and liberty provided a blueprint for freedom and shaped our current political and social landscapes. The Greek Wayis a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the roots of Western culture and the ideals that continue to guide us today.
ASIN: 0486855384
VSKU: BVV.0486855384.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Hamilton, Edith
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.