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History of Greece: An Enthralling Overview of Greek History (Greek Mythology and History) Paperback – December 31, 2022

by Billy Wellman (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 95 ratings
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It’s really here: Greece’s entire history encapsulated in one volume!

This book takes readers on a succinct journey from Greece’s first settlements all the way to the 20th century. Its easy-to-read yet meticulously-researched narrative will captivate history buffs, students, and anyone interested in learning more about Greece.

This concise overview covers Greece’s Stone Age and Bronze Age civilizations, its archaic and classical eras, its centuries under Roman rule, and the fascinating Byzantine Empire. It travels through Greece’s period under the Turkish Ottoman Empire, then its emancipation and formation of a parliamentary democracy that continued into the 20th century.

Here are some of the questions this book will answer about Greece’s riveting history:
  • How did a catastrophic volcanic eruption impact Greece’s first advanced civilization?
  • Did the Trojan War really happen?
  • How did the Greeks defeat the Persians’ million-man army?
  • Which classical Greeks theorized that constantly moving atoms form all matter?
  • How did Alexander the Great conquer the Persian Empire in less than a decade?
  • Why was the New Testament first written in Koine Greek?
  • Why did the Byzantine Empire persist after the Western Roman Empire fell?
  • What Byzantine emperor’s daughter was a medical doctor and history writer?
  • How did a secret organization help free Greece from the Ottoman Empire?
  • Which Greek king died of a monkey bite?
  • How did a student protest help end a military dictatorship?
  • And much, much more!

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    Greek Mythology and History
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  3. Language
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    December 31, 2022
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.37 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-13
    979-8887650869
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BRDHS9WN
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Billy Wellman (December 31, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8887650869
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.37 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 95 ratings

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Billy Wellman is known for his enthralling guides on various historical topics, and he has a deep love for researching and discovering captivating stories from history. He enjoys reading about history, from ancient civilizations to more recent events such as the Trail of Tears. Billy's passion for unraveling the past shines through his detailed and engaging works, transporting readers to different time periods and allowing them to experience extraordinary adventures. With his guides, Billy Wellman brings history to life, shedding light on forgotten cultures and significant moments.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Captivating + Informative!! Great book!
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Captivating + Informative!! Great book!
I was tasked with helping my eldest son with a book report and was delighted and surprised by how fun it was to read and research Greek History, thanks to this book. The writing was fantastic, entertaining, and informative. The book was very well organized and laid out! The breadth of history that this book covered is impressive. I would highly recommend this book!
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Brian
5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and Informative
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2024
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book and learned a lot of key facts that will stay with me.
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Jeffrey Phillips
4.0 out of 5 stars Greek history
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2023
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Informative
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Jan Aiyulian
5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling overview!
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2023
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I thoroughly enjoyed this fast-paced review of Greek history from prehistoric times to modern day, and learned a wealth of information. I’d studied Archaic and Classic Greek History, but didn’t know much about the Byzantine Empire, the Ottoman Empire, or Greece’s experiences in the two world wars and its recent history. This book tied all the history together with amazing detail yet maintaining my interest all the way through.
I enjoyed the brief dialogs beginning most of the chapters, drawn from Greek myth and Herodotus, etc. They drew me into the chapters and brought some of the important characters to life. History isn’t just a collection of dull dates and happenings; it’s all about real people with real challenges, and this book communicates that excellently.
The research is stellar, and an extensive bibliography provides great resources for those who want to learn more about specific aspects of Greece’s history.
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Gary and Anna
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Overview
Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2023
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Nice overview and linear history. It was nice to read before my first trip to Greece. It was also a nice reference as we traveled.
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Vassilios Damiras
5.0 out of 5 stars History of Greece
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2023
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This book traces the history of Greece from Ancient Times up to Modern Times. The reader will find a plethora of historical information regarding politics, culture, religion, social issues, the military, education, and various crisis that shape the Greek socio-political system. It is a well-written book.
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damianvincent
4.0 out of 5 stars Concise history of Greece, fast and well written
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023
"History of Greece: An Enthralling Overview of Greek History" is an informative and captivating book that offers readers an excellent overview of the history of Greece. Written by John Sackville, this book provides a comprehensive look at the rich cultural heritage and political developments of ancient Greece, right up to the modern-day.

The author's writing style is clear and concise, making this book an easy read for anyone interested in Greek history. The book is divided into chapters that cover various periods of Greek history, beginning with the earliest civilizations that emerged in the region, and ending with the modern-day political landscape of Greece.

One of the most impressive aspects of this book is its attention to detail. Sackville delves deep into the social, cultural, and political developments that shaped Greece over the centuries. The author's research is thorough and meticulous, and he presents his findings in an engaging and accessible manner.

Another highlight of this book is the use of maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers visualize the historical events and landmarks discussed in the text. The book also includes a useful timeline of significant events in Greek history, as well as a glossary of key terms, making it an excellent resource for students and scholars alike.

Overall, "History of Greece: An Enthralling Overview of Greek History" is a highly recommended read for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating country's rich history. Whether you're a casual reader or a serious student of history, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging overview of one of the world's most influential civilizations.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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F. R. Isom
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating story of the Greek culture
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2023
I was impressed with this work. I found that the research that has been made is extensive and the book is written in an Easy-to-Read prose. There is information in each chapter that I had found new and interesting. Although I had taught about the Greek culture in my world history classes I found much that is new and exciting in this book. It is written for a person who is not a historian to be able to understand easily as well as being a good review for anyone who has studied Greek history. The history encompasses the time from the earliest settling of Greece down to the present day. It includes some of the myths which are included in Greek mythology and extrapolates from them what is historic. It tells about the society and the interactions of people and the relationship socially of men and women during the different periods of time. The book is divided into several eras including the ancient era, the Roman era, the Byzantine era, the Ottoman era, and modern times. You will find much of each of these times about their arts, their architecture and their engineering. You will read about the effect that other cultures have had on the Greek society and how Greek culture has been made up of the mixing of all of the peoples which have ruled Greece. As a former teacher I highly recommend this book to all those who would like to know of the Greek history from its beginning to its end. This is a good resource for the uninitiated as well as being a good book for any armchair historians library.
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Jim
4.0 out of 5 stars Informative, well written, easy to read
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2023
Very informative book from the earliest settling of Greece down to modern times. Interesting to learn how local and distant societies influenced the Greek society; and how Greek culture has been made up of the mixing of the societies which have ruled Greece and that Greece has ruled.

The research is extensive, and the book is well written. This content is definitely worth reading. At the beginning of most chapters there is some 'history', it is taken from mythology and/or true history. Other chapters ask questions and is easily answered in the text that follows.

I enjoyed the book, which I received from Booksprout (not Amazon) and was asked to leave an honest review.
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Neville Townsend
5.0 out of 5 stars History of Greece
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 3, 2023
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The history of Greece is a must for anyone interested in history. From early to modern times this clear guide is well written.
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charlotte
4.0 out of 5 stars It’s a great read
Reviewed in Canada on June 5, 2023
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Good information historically
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A Karen
4.0 out of 5 stars Good overview
Reviewed in Canada on February 21, 2023
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A good overview of the history of Greece. It brought to light many events that I was not aware of and clearly documented the complex and often violent conflicts within the Mediterranean basin which continue to have echo today
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