Aspects of Greek History 750-323BC, Paperback - Terry Buckley

2nd edition. An indispensable introduction to the central period of Greek history for all students of classics.

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213 BC. The great inventor Archimedes has just one problem. His clumsy servant, Lydia. But when the Romans besiege Syracuse, and the Greeks turn to...

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Young Acheron is a liar. Everybody knows it. But when a stranger comes to the city to announce that the Greeks have departed, leaving a special gif...

750 BC. The boys at school are excited. Their teacher suggests the school holds its own Olympic games. Elena watches as her twin brother, Cypselis,...

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