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Alexander to Actium: The Historical Evolution of the Hellenistic Age (Volume 1),Used
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The Hellenistic Age, the three extraordinary centuries from the death of Alexander in 323 B. C. to Octavian's final defeat of Antony and Cleopatra at the Battle of Actium, has offered a rich and variegated field of exploration for historians, philosophers, economists, and literary critics. Yet few scholars have attempted the daunting task of seeing the period whole, of refracting its achievements and reception through the lens of a single critical mind. Alexander to Actium was conceived and written to fill that gap.In this monumental work, Peter Greennoted scholar, writer, and criticbreaks with the traditional practice of dividing the Hellenistic world into discrete, repetitious studies of Seleucids, Ptolemies, Antigonids, and Attalids. He instead treats these successor kingdoms as a single, evolving, interrelated continuum. The result clarifies the political picture as never before. With the help of over 200 illustrations, Green surveys every significant aspect of Hellenistic cultural development, from mathematics to medicine, from philosophy to religion, from literature to the visual arts.Green offers a particularly trenchant analysis of what has been seen as the conscious dissemination in the East of Hellenistic culture, and finds it largely a myth fueled by Victorian scholars seeking justification for a no longer morally respectable imperialism. His work leaves us with a final impression of the Hellenistic Age as a world with haunting and disturbing resemblances to our own. This lively, personal survey of a period as colorful as it is complex will fascinate the general reader no less than students and scholars.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Alexander to Actium'? A: The book focuses on the Hellenistic Age, exploring the period from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 B.C. to the Battle of Actium, emphasizing the interconnections between various successor kingdoms.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Alexander to Actium'? A: The author is Peter Green, a noted scholar and critic known for his insightful analysis of historical topics.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 19, 1993.
- Q: How many pages does 'Alexander to Actium' have? A: The book contains 970 pages.
- Q: Is 'Alexander to Actium' suitable for general readers? A: Yes, the book is written in a lively and engaging style, making it accessible to general readers as well as students and scholars.
- Q: What makes this book different from other studies of the Hellenistic Age? A: Unlike traditional studies that divide the Hellenistic world into separate kingdoms, Green treats them as a single, evolving continuum, providing a clearer political picture.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Alexander to Actium' includes over 200 illustrations that enhance the understanding of Hellenistic cultural development.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores various themes including mathematics, medicine, philosophy, religion, literature, and the visual arts during the Hellenistic period.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Alexander to Actium'? A: The book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book considered a new edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Alexander to Actium'.