Greek Lands and Letters

By Francis Greenleaf Allinson, Anne C.E. Allinson, Allinson

Book Overview

Greek Lands and Letters is a comprehensive book that explores the history, culture, and literature of ancient Greece. Written by Francis G. Allinson, this book provides an in-depth analysis of the Greek civilization, from its earliest beginnings to the Hellenistic period.The book is divided into four sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Greek life. The first section covers the geography and topography of Greece, including its mountains, rivers, and islands. The second section delves into the history of Greece, from the Bronze Age to the Classical period. The third section explores Greek culture, including religion, art, and philosophy. The final section of the book focuses on Greek literature, including epic poetry, drama, and philosophy.Throughout the book, Allinson provides detailed descriptions of Greek life and culture, including their political systems, social customs, and daily life. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the ancient Greek world.Greek Lands and Letters is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient Greece and its impact on Western civilization. It provides a comprehensive overview of Greek history, culture, and literature, and is an excellent resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.1909. A travel guide whose purpose is to interpret Greek lands by literature, and Greek literature by local associations and the physical environment. Contents: The Widespread Land of Hellas; Piraeus, the Harbour Town; Athens: From Solon to Salamis; The Acropolis of Athens; Athens: From Salamis to Menander; Old Greece in New Athens; Attica; Eleusis; Aegina; Megara and Corinth: The Gulf of Corinth; Delphi; From Delphi to Thebes; Thebes and Boeotia; Boeotia, Continued; Thermopylae; Argolis; Arcadia; Olympia; Messenia; and Sparta. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162644753
• ISBN13: 9781162644752
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 530 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"