History : Europe

The civilisation of the Ancient Greeks has been immensely influential on the language, politics, educational systems, philosophy, science and arts of Western culture. As well as instigating itself as the birthplace of the Olympics, Ancient Greece is famous for its literature, philosophy, mythology and the beautiful architecture- to which thousands of tourists flock every year. This entertaining guide introduces readers to the amazing world of the Ancient Greeks. It offers a complete rundown of Greek history alongside fascinating insights into daily life in Ancient Greece and a captivating overview of Greek mythology. Readers will discover how this ancient culture came to be the cornerstone of Western civilisation and the enormous influence it has had on our language, politics, education, philosophy, science, arts and sport.:.; The history of Ancient Greece remains a wide topic of interest, particularly renowned for its influential and diverse culture.; This basic guide will allow greater access to this vibrant area of study, and provide a distinct and light-hearted approach to this vast area history.; Covers dozens of topics, including; the early civilisations, war & fighting, home & family, day-to-day life and much, much more!. About the author. Steve Batchelor is a lecturer in Classics at Richmond College and has been teaching ancient history for 10 years. He has written reviews for various publications, including History Today , and he has also been involved in running guided historical tours of Greece. more...

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Providing essays, sources with questions and worked answers, together with background to each topic within Irish history, Nick Pelling provides a good foundational text for the study of Anglo-Irish relations. more...

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"In the Shadow of the Glen" by John M. Synge is a classic work of literature that can be enjoyed by all. Download "In the Shadow of the Glen" and enjoy another quality Digireads.com publication. more...

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Historians of ideas, and students of nationalism in particular, have traced the origins of much of our current vocabulary and ways of thinking about the nation back to Johann Gottfried Herder. This volume provides a clear, readable, and reliable translation of Auch eine Philosophie der Geschichte zur Bildung der Menschheit, supplemented by some of Herder's other important writings on politics and history. more...

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Explores the history of the "new school" that developed in the immediate postwar period and its role in communicating antifascism to young people in the Soviet zone. This study traces how the decisions about how to educate young people after 12 years of a National Socialist dictatorship became part of a discussion about the German nation's future. more...

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