In "A Traveller's History of Greece", the reader is provided with an authoritative general history of Greece from its earliest beginnings down to the present day. It covers in a clear and comprehensive manner the classical past, the conflict with Persia, the conquest by the Romans, the Byzantine era and the occupation by the Turks; and, the struggle for independence and the turbulence of recent years, right up to current events. This history will help the visitor make sense of modern Greece against the background of its diverse heritage. Illustrated with maps and line drawings, "A Traveller's History of Greece" is an invaluable companion for your vacation.

About the Author
Timoty Botswain has degrees in Ancient History, Archaeology and Social Anthropology and has worked in the fields of Byzantine Studies and numismatics. He is at present Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, the University of Luton, England. Colin Nicolson teaches Modern European History at the University of North London.


Book Information
ISBN 9781907973079
Author Timothy Boatswain
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint The Armchair Traveller at the BookHaus
Publisher The Armchair Traveller at the Bookhaus
Weight(grams) 408g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 22mm