A Companion to the Hellenistic World
| Author | : Andrew Erskine |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 624 |
| Release | : 2009-02-09 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781405154413 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1405154411 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (411 Downloads) |
Download or read book A Companion to the Hellenistic World written by Andrew Erskine and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-02-09 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering the period from the death of Alexander the Great to the celebrated defeat of Antony and Cleopatra at the hands of Augustus, this authoritative Companion explores the world that Alexander created but did not live to see. Comprises 29 original essays by leading international scholars. Essential reading for courses on Hellenistic history. Combines narrative and thematic approaches to the period. Draws on the very latest research. Covers a broad range of topics, spanning political, religious, social, economic and cultural history.
