The life of Greece

This book is a detailed survey of ancient Greece, covering its prehistoric culture, the rise of city-states, the Classical Age, the decline and fall of the Greek city-states, and the spread of Greek culture during the Hellenistic period.

It includes discussions on historical events, literature, philosophy, politics, science, art, and the lives of both prominent and lesser-known figures.

Durant places Greek civilization within the broader context of Western civilization and its lasting impact on philosophy, science, and art.