The Hellenistic World from Alexander to the Roman Conquest: A Selection of Ancient Sources in Translation [Paperback]

M. M. Austin (Author)

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Publication Date: November 30, 1981 | ISBN-10: 0521296668 | ISBN-13: 978-0521296663

The aim of this book is to collect in one volume a substantial and representative selection of ancient sources in translation, with commentary, on the history, institutions, society and economic life of the Hellenistic world from the reign of Alexander the Great to the late second century BC - that is, from when the Greek world expanded considerably through Alexander's conquest of the Persian empire to the time when Rome became the predominant political force in that world. The area covered includes Macedon and mainland Greece, the Aegean, Asia, Syria and Egypt. Fringe areas such as the Black Sea and Bactria are also included where appropriate, but less fully. The sources selected include literary sources, numerous inscriptions from almost all parts of the Hellenistic world, and papyri from Egypt. The sources themselves are supported by introductory commentary, notes, bibliographies, chronological tables and maps.

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Presents a representative selection of ancient sources in translation, with commentary on the history, institutions, society and economic life of the Hellenistic world from the reign of Alexander the Great to the late 2nd century B.C. -- Book Description

Book Description

Presents a representative selection of ancient sources in translation, with commentary on the history, institutions, society and economic life of the Hellenistic world from the reign of Alexander the Great to the late 2nd century B.C.

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• Paperback: 506 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (November 30, 1981)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521296668
• ISBN-13: 978-0521296663
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars the Hellenistic World from Alexander to the Roman Conquest, April 6, 2000

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This review is from: The Hellenistic World from Alexander to the Roman Conquest: A Selection of Ancient Sources in Translation (Paperback)

This is a very handy, useful, and well-chosen representative selection of original sources on the Hellenistic World translated into English. The sources effectively illustrate various aspects of political history, the nature and range of institutions, characteristics of society, and facets of the economy in the period from Alexander the Great to the accession of Rome as a Mediterranean power (end of the second century BC.). The book's scope is widespread not only in the subjects chosen and the lengthy era covered, but also in the very inclusive representation of locations: Sources from Greece, the Aegean, Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt, and even Bactria are included in this volume. The extensive array of sources includes literary evidence, inscriptions, and papyri. The book includes well-written and cogent commentaries and bibliography for each source, a general bibliography, maps, tables of rulers, chronological tables, an index to sources, and a general index. There is cross-referencing to specific literature relating both to the texts, and the subjects. The general introduction is helpful and enlightening. I liked this book because it is valuable source both for instructors and students providing comprehensive access to material not readily available to the non-specialist reader.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A useful resource, December 31, 2006

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This review is from: The Hellenistic World from Alexander to the Roman Conquest: A Selection of Ancient Sources in Translation (Paperback)

Clearly, this isn't the sort of book normal people just sit down and read through (although I did). This is a helpful resourse for anyone doing reasearch on the period or simply has a high degree of personal interest. Good to have.