Understand Greek Civilization

by John Purkiss

This remarkable and original introduction to Greek civilization starts with a tour of Greece, and uses real sights which you can visit today as a starting point for discussions of all aspects of Greek life. From art and architecture, to politics and propaganda, this is a unique and accessible guide to the civlizaton that shaped the world as it is today. Readers will gain new insights into the Greek past, its people, its psychology and its society - and they will feel encouraged and confident to visit Greece themselves or to read its most important texts.

215 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 13, 2012

Reviews

[Kirsty Gray]

Another book read in anticipation of my next OU module. (Based on a recommendation from a student who'd completed A219.) It started well but there is a fine line between accessible and condescending which this book seems to waver over.