Provides information about ancient Greece, discussing government, gods, the Olympics, art, science, and other related topics.

Shows how the people of ancient Greece lived by describing their government, social customs, religion, and some aspects of their history.

Discusses life in ancient Greece, including citizenship in the city-state, family life, physical training and athletic competitions, and religious beliefs and worship.

Readers will discover the history and accomplishments of the people of ancient Greece, including their cultural achievements and feats of construction.

Presents an overview of ancient Greece, covering topics such as rulers, religion, social organization, and the continuing influence of ancient Greek culture. Includes a timeline, color illustrations, and a list of additional resources.

Explains the development of ancient Greece, with maps showing where the civilization was and how it expanded over time, short biographies of key historical figures, and a timeline of important events.

In Sailing the Wine-Dark Sea, his fourth volume to explore “the hinges of history,” Thomas Cahill escorts the reader on another entertaining—and historically unassailable—journey through the landmarks of art and bloodshed that defined Greek culture nearly three millennia ago.
In the city-states of Athens and Sparta and throughout the Greek islands, honors could be won in making love and war, and lives were rife...

Presents a guide to visiting ancient Greece, just in case readers should happen to time-travel there, covering time tourist questions like where to find a decent tunic, where to get theater tickets in Athens, and what to do if they find themselves attacked by five million Persians.