In 480 BC the entire population of Athens streamed towards the harbours and queued to leave the city in a motley collection of vessels. No one knew what would happen next. The Persians were advancing and the Athenians were putting their faith in the revolutionary plan of a politician called Themistocles to evacuate the city and let their newly built navy face the enemy at sea. Hitherto the Athenians had always fought on land. This would be their first naval engagement. The victory that followed, in the Straits of Salamis, ...
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In 480 BC the entire population of Athens streamed towards the harbours and queued to leave the city in a motley collection of vessels. No one knew what would happen next. The Persians were advancing and the Athenians were putting their faith in the revolutionary plan of a politician called Themistocles to evacuate the city and let their newly built navy face the enemy at sea. Hitherto the Athenians had always fought on land. This would be their first naval engagement. The victory that followed, in the Straits of Salamis, was a pivotal moment for Athens and for Western culture, establishing the Athenians as a seafaring nation dominant in the region and heralding a golden age in innovation. This lively and authoritative book describes the glorious era that lasted four generations, establishing Athens as a cradle of modern democracy and producing great men such as Plato and Socrates whose idesa are still relevant today.
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Very good in very good dust jacket. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. With dust jacket. 640 p. Contains: Illustrations. Audience: General/trade. very good condition as is the DJ.
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Acceptable. Hardcover The item is fairly worn but still readable. Signs of wear include aesthetic issues such as scratches, worn covers, damaged binding. The item may have identifying markings on it or show other signs of previous use. May have page creases, creased spine, bent cover or markings inside. Packed with care, shipped promptly.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
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