In this episode of History 102, WhatIfAltHist creator Rudyard Lynch and Erik Torenberg uncover the diverse and fascinating world of ancient Greek city-states, beyond Athens and Sparta, and their unique cultures.
Discover the realities of ancient Greece beyond the myths, including its complex social structures, its role in philosophy, and its impact on the world.
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HIGHLIGHTS:
- Introduction
- The Geography Connection
- Greek Dark Ages and Recovery
- Greek Military and Democracy
- Athens vs. Sparta
- Greco-Persian Wars
- Peloponnesian Wars and Decline
- Rise of Macedonia
- The Philosophical Contributions of Aristotle
- Misunderstandings and Underappreciated Aspects
BOOKS MENTIONED:
"The Ancient City" by Numa Denis Fustel de Coulanges
"The Life of Greece" by Will Durant
"Sailing the Wine-Dark Sea" by Thomas Cahill
"Rise of the West" by McNeil
"The Classical World" by Robin Lane Fox
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