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The Greek World
- A Study of History and Culture
- Narrated by: Professor Robert Garland
- Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins
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Summary
The ancient Greeks, more than any other early culture, have given us the template for Western civilization, as seen in their superlative achievements in the fields of architecture, political theory, philosophy, science, and art - not the least of which are their inventions of democracy and drama. In these 24 compelling lectures, Professor Garland guides you in a richly illuminating exploration of what the ancient Greeks have given us, and why they’re still important to us today.
The course delves into the origins of Greek civilization, the great Classical and Hellenistic periods, and takes you through the succeeding epochs of the Roman and Byzantine eras to the Renaissance, culminating with Greece’s dramatic modern history.
You’ll discover the elements of Greek culture that have so deeply imprinted the west in examples such as:
- The Phenomenon of Hellenism - Learn how Greek culture flowered during the Classical Age, then spread through Alexander’s conquests across the Mediterranean world;
- Athenian Democracy - Grasp the features of democracy as it arose in Athens in the 5th century B.C.E. as a bold political experiment;
- Religion and the Olympians - Explore the nature of Greek religious belief, and the panoply of gods and goddesses, from Zeus, Apollo, and Dionysus to Athena, Aphrodite, and Persephone;
- Greek Drama, Literature, and Philosophy - Study the plays of Aeschylus, Euripides, Sophocles, and Aristophanes; the essence of Homer’s great epic poems; and the seminal ideas of philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle;
- Sculpture, Painting, and Architecture - Survey the techniques and aesthetics of Greek sculpture; discover the superlative qualities of Greek vase painting; and study the elements of Greek architecture that have so deeply impacted Western architecture and art.
The Greek World: A Study of History and Culture offers you a multilevel immersion in Greek civilization, and an unforgettable view of the extraordinary power ancient Greece exerts over the Western imagination.
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- Anonymous User
- 21-03-21
Excellent introduction to Ancient Greece
This is a superb overview of all aspects of Ancient Greek life and culture. Robert Garland is a highly engaging and learned guide to the topic and the supporting notes are very useful.
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- Kindle Customer
- 01-01-22
Enjoyable survey of Greek history and culture
Robert Garland covers themes in Greek history and culture from ancient times to the present day, looking at continuities and discontinuities. He is of course an enthusiast, particularly for the achievements of 5th Century Athens, but is far from uncritical.
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- Michele Zanobini
- 15-10-20
Magisterial
Magisterial. I wish I had had the fortune of meeting Prof. Garland during my time at Uni. I highly recommend this.
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- Benny
- 06-03-22
Wonderful
Interesting, eye opening and pleasant book. I really enjoyed this Book and I can recommend it to anyone knows or doesn’t know much about Ancient Greece.
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- DLoovis
- 05-12-22
A passionate and enthusiastic overview of Ancient Greece
This is a wonderful course which gives an overview of so many different aspects of Ancient Greece, from its history, it’s architecture and philosophy to its art, language and cuisine. Robert Garland’s passionate enthusiasm is contagious and he is a wonderful guide to this fascinating place and time.
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- Dan
- 12-04-23
Informative and interesting
Enjoyed and learned a lot. Narrator has spent too much time reading The Guardian but apart from that, not bad.
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- The Phantom Agent
- 27-05-22
A Intellectual Odyssey
This is a superb course. A great affirmation of classical scholarship. It acknowledges both the saints and the sinners who have inhabited the classical world.
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- Vasco
- 16-01-22
Good overview, excessive PC
Good overview of Greece, including some interesting facts on the modern country. However, the delivery is hampered by excessive political correctness targeted at an American audience
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- Big Sexy
- 22-09-22
Annoying narrator
I couldn’t get too far into these lectures as the person reading them sounds like he has a lisp and has too much spit in his mouth. Gave me the creeps hearing his slurpy speech!
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