A brief history of ancient Greece

Using physical evidence from archaeology, the written testimony of literary texts and inscriptions, and anthropological models based on comparative studies, this compact volume provides an account of the Greek world that is thoughtful and sophisticated yet accessible to students and general readers with little or no knowledge of Greece. Ideal for courses in Greek Civilization and Ancient Greece, A Brief History of Ancient Greece offers: (1) A more streamlined treatment of political and military history than Ancient Greece; (2) Emphasis on social and domestic life, art and architecture, literature, and philosophy; (3) Expanded coverage of women and family life, religion, and athletics; (4) A new section on male homosexuality in ancient Greec; (5) A revised art program featuring more than 100 illustrations and 17 original maps; and (6) Numerous "document boxes" that include primary source material" -- Publisher description.