History for ready reference, Volume 3, Greece to Nibelungen by J. N. Larned
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| Author | Larned, J. N. (Josephus Nelson), 1836-1913 |
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| Title | History for ready reference, Volume 3, Greece to Nibelungen |
| Alternate Title | History for ready reference and topical reading, Vol. 3, Gree.-Nibe. |
| Original Publication | United States: C. A. Nichols Co.,1895. |
| Note |
"History for ready reference" at Project Gutenberg: Volume 1 - #65306 Volume 2 - #66861 Volume 3 - #68302 Volume 4 - #69262 Volume 5 and supplement - #70343 Text-only collection of all the above volumes - #70427 Volume 6 - #71897 Volume 7 - #73639 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Don Kostuch |
| Summary | "History for Ready Reference, Volume 3, Greece to Nibelungen" by J. N. Larned is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This comprehensive volume focuses on various aspects of Greek history, including its geographical characteristics, ancient inhabitants, legends, and political evolution. Larned draws on the works of notable historians and specialists to create a systematic reference guide for readers interested in understanding Greece's significant past. The opening of the text discusses the geographical features of Greece and their influence on the development of its civilization. Larned emphasizes how Greece's mountainous terrain provided both protection and a unique environment that fostered the growth of independent city-states, each with its governance. This geographical isolation, combined with access to the sea, encouraged trade and cultural exchange, ultimately allowing the cultivation of Hellenic identity and a rich tapestry of myths and historical figures, including the legendary heroes of Greek lore. The chapter sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Greek history, where local institutions and varying forms of governance will be examined in detail. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | History -- Dictionaries |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68302 |
| Release Date | Jun 13, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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