History of Greece (Volume X)

By George Grote

Book Overview

Step into the argument-strewn streets of classical Greece, where liberty was contested in council chambers as fiercely as on the battlefield. Power, pride, and public debate. George Grote's History of Greece (Volume X) continues his celebrated classic history volume of ancient greek civilization, written with the clarity of a statesman and the patience of a scholar. As unabridged historical nonfiction, it traces the forces that shaped the classical greece period: athenian democracy politics, shifting alliances, and the hard choices of war and peace. Grote weighs evidence, sifts traditions, and measures competing accounts in a way that still rewards herodotus thucydides readers who want more than legend. Expect a narrative alive to institutions, personalities, and the pressures that turned neighbours into rivals across greek city-state conflicts, from the rival ideals of ancient athens sparta to the broader Mediterranean stage. First published in the heart of victorian era historiography, this multi-volume history collection helped define modern Anglophone understanding of Greece, championing rigorous source-criticism and a sympathetic reading of Athenian civic life. It remains a durable classical studies reference and a trusted university ancient history text for readers who value judgement over sensationalism. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For the casual reader, Grote's pace and plain reasoning keep the story moving; for classic-literature collectors, the series stands as a landmark of historical writing too.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9353709725
• ISBN13: 9789353709723
• Release Date: June 2019
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 532 Pages
• Weight: 1.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 5.5" x 8.5"