Product Description

"In Search of the Greeks" is a lively and informative introduction to the societies of Classical Greece. Making extensive use of ancient sources and illustrated with over a hundred photographs, drawings, maps and plans, this book introduces six key areas of ancient Greece: Greek religion, the Olympic Games, Athenian drama, Athenian society, Athenian democracy, and Sparta. Each chapter can be read independently, but there are many cross-references and links between each of them. There are useful Appendices on Attica and Athens, Greek currency values, Greek musical instruments, and the Greek calendar.Review questions throughout this book challenge students to read further and reflect on some of the most important social, political and cultural issues of classical Greece. Many topics raise issues of contemporary relevance, such as the rights of citizens in a democracy, forced marriage, and approaches to education. Essential reading for teachers and students of Classical Civilisation, this book will also be of considerable interest to those involved in drama and citizenship courses.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #85522 in Books
• Published on: 2008-05-16
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

About the Author
James Renshaw is Head of Classics at Colet Court and teacher of Classics at St Paul's School, London.

Customer Reviews

An epic read - one of many great books to come from this fabulous author!
Once I picked this up I could instantly see that 'Renners' had done it again. - I could not put it down! It covers all aspects of Greek language and civilization for a student. It is not only very informative but the stories are told in such intriguing and memorable ways - perfect for exams. The chapters are closely linked so the reader can start to build up a picture of the Greek civilization as a a whole. This is an unbelievable book which you cannot afford to miss!!!

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all y ou need for an A* in the gcse, wonderful, helps so much to have proper notes on a subject that suffers from poor teaching in most institutions due to low numbers of pupills taking classs civ.
after the exam i read the other chapters which were very interesting
a must for class civ takers and those interested in ancient greece

Marvellous!
This book has changed my whole aspect of the ancient Greeks. As one of the Renster's pupils, i think this book could become a real chestnut.