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LoC No.: 12035089
Title: The Glory That Was Greece: a survey of Hellenic culture and civilisation
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Glory That Was Greece: A Survey of Hellenic Culture and Civilisation" by J. C. Stobart is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the richness and complexity of ancient Greek culture, aiming to present a vivid picture of its art, thought, social life, and institutions. Stobart's work also discusses the connections between prehistoric Greek civilization and the later classical periods to emphasize the enduring impact of Hellenic culture on Western civilization. The opening of this work begins by discussing the challenges faced by modern scholars in understanding Greek history due to the specialization within classical studies. Stobart introduces the idea of using an individual perspective to compile a comprehensive view of Greek culture, rather than getting lost in extensive details that often obscure the broader picture. He expresses a deep love for Greece and Hellenic culture, noting that Greek language, while fading in education, should not diminish the appreciation of Greek history and art. Stobart sets the stage for further discussions on various aspects of Greek civilization, including its geography, art, philosophical contributions, and significant cultural milestones that shaped the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Stobart, J. C. (John Clarke), 1878-1933
EBook No.: 59532
Published: May 18, 2019
Downloads: 140
Language: English
Subject: Art, Greek
Subject: Greece -- Civilization -- To 146 B.C.
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 12035089
Title: The Glory That Was Greece: a survey of Hellenic culture and civilisation
Note: Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Glory That Was Greece: A Survey of Hellenic Culture and Civilisation" by J. C. Stobart is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the richness and complexity of ancient Greek culture, aiming to present a vivid picture of its art, thought, social life, and institutions. Stobart's work also discusses the connections between prehistoric Greek civilization and the later classical periods to emphasize the enduring impact of Hellenic culture on Western civilization. The opening of this work begins by discussing the challenges faced by modern scholars in understanding Greek history due to the specialization within classical studies. Stobart introduces the idea of using an individual perspective to compile a comprehensive view of Greek culture, rather than getting lost in extensive details that often obscure the broader picture. He expresses a deep love for Greece and Hellenic culture, noting that Greek language, while fading in education, should not diminish the appreciation of Greek history and art. Stobart sets the stage for further discussions on various aspects of Greek civilization, including its geography, art, philosophical contributions, and significant cultural milestones that shaped the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Stobart, J. C. (John Clarke), 1878-1933
EBook No.: 59532
Published: May 18, 2019
Downloads: 140
Language: English
Subject: Art, Greek
Subject: Greece -- Civilization -- To 146 B.C.
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.