The Silver Age Of The Greek World

By John Pentland Mahaffy

Book Overview

The Silver Age Of The Greek World is a historical book written by John Pentland Mahaffy. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Greek world during the Silver Age, which is considered to be the period between the Persian Wars and the rise of Alexander the Great. Mahaffy explores the political, social, and cultural developments that took place during this time, including the rise of democracy in Athens, the Peloponnesian War, the emergence of Greek philosophy, and the flourishing of art and literature. The author also delves into the lives of prominent figures of the time, such as Pericles, Socrates, and Plato, and their contributions to the Greek world. Mahaffy's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of ancient Greece. The Silver Age Of The Greek World is a comprehensive and informative read that provides a fascinating glimpse into one of the most influential periods in Greek history.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: 1428617256
• ISBN13: 9781428617254
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"