A History Of The Classical World

This beautifully illustrated history invites you to discover the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome. The text covers their political development, the rise of the city state, and the growth of their empires. It also examines the architectural, artistic and cultural influence of early Greece and Rome and how it endures today. There are vignettes of key personalities as well as features on aspects of life in classical times, including sport, technological developments, the role of women, glass and pottery, and much more.