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LoC No.: 21016396

Title: Greeks & Barbarians

Alternate Title: Greeks and Barbarians

Note: Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

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Summary: "Greeks & Barbarians" by J. A. K. Thomson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the ancient Greek civilization and its perception of "Barbarians," delving into the cultural and historical contrasts that defined the Greek identity. Thomson presents a nuanced analysis of how the Greeks understood themselves in relation to the diverse peoples they encountered, ultimately arguing that the tension between Hellenism and barbarism was pivotal in shaping Greek culture and thought. The opening of the work lays the foundation for this exploration, beginning with a historical narrative detailing the origins of the Ionians, who migrated from the Peloponnesian coast to the shores of Asia Minor. Thomson discusses how this movement was both a flight from the invading Dorians and a resurgence of a once-vibrant culture, emphasizing the role of geography and the surrounding populations in shaping the Ionians’ identity. He outlines the complex relationship between the Greeks and the native Carians, suggesting that the Greeks' attempts to assert their civilization were continually challenged by the presence of these "Barbarians." As he sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of Greek identity, Thomson hints at the rich cultural tapestry that emerges from this conflict, hinting at themes of survival, cultural exchange, and the transformative power of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Thomson, J. A. K. (James Alexander Kerr), 1879-1959

EBook No.: 55792

Published: Oct 22, 2017

Downloads: 129

Language: English

Subject: Hellenism

Subject: National characteristics, Greek (Ancient)

Subject: Comparative literature -- Greek and modern

Subject: Comparative literature -- Modern and Greek

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 21016396

Title: Greeks & Barbarians

Alternate Title: Greeks and Barbarians

Note: Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)

Summary: "Greeks & Barbarians" by J. A. K. Thomson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the ancient Greek civilization and its perception of "Barbarians," delving into the cultural and historical contrasts that defined the Greek identity. Thomson presents a nuanced analysis of how the Greeks understood themselves in relation to the diverse peoples they encountered, ultimately arguing that the tension between Hellenism and barbarism was pivotal in shaping Greek culture and thought. The opening of the work lays the foundation for this exploration, beginning with a historical narrative detailing the origins of the Ionians, who migrated from the Peloponnesian coast to the shores of Asia Minor. Thomson discusses how this movement was both a flight from the invading Dorians and a resurgence of a once-vibrant culture, emphasizing the role of geography and the surrounding populations in shaping the Ionians’ identity. He outlines the complex relationship between the Greeks and the native Carians, suggesting that the Greeks' attempts to assert their civilization were continually challenged by the presence of these "Barbarians." As he sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of Greek identity, Thomson hints at the rich cultural tapestry that emerges from this conflict, hinting at themes of survival, cultural exchange, and the transformative power of history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Thomson, J. A. K. (James Alexander Kerr), 1879-1959

EBook No.: 55792

Published: Oct 22, 2017

Downloads: 129

Language: English

Subject: Hellenism

Subject: National characteristics, Greek (Ancient)

Subject: Comparative literature -- Greek and modern

Subject: Comparative literature -- Modern and Greek

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.