Greece

Discover the profound journey of Greece from ancient times to the modern era with this captivating paperback, published by Penguin UK in 2020. This illuminating book, spanning 496 pages, takes a deep dive into the intricate relationship between the legacy of ancient Greece and the contemporary Greek identity. Ideal for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by the evolution of Western civilization, this work provides insight into how modern Greeks navigate their rich cultural heritage while building a modern nation. Understand the significant historical events and cultural moments that shaped Greece's identity in a post-2010 financial crisis context. With a focus on the arts, social sciences, and political developments, this is not just a historical account but also an exploration of the collective identity of the Greek people. Explore the uncharted territories of modern Greece and grasp its evolution through this essential read. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order. Please note that combined shipping options are unavailable for this item, and shipping may take up to 10 days.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141986524
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2020
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 496


Description:
We think we know ancient Greece, the civilization that shares the same name and gave us just about everything that defines 'western' culture today, in the arts, sciences, social sciences and politics. Yet, as Greece has been brought under repeated scrutiny during the financial crises that have convulsed the country since 2010, worldwide coverage has revealed just how poorly we grasp the modern nation. This book sets out to understand the modern Greeks on their own terms.

How did Greece come to be so powerfully attached to the legacy of the ancients in the first place, and then to define an identity for its people that is at once Greek and modern? This book reveals the remarkable achievement, during the last 300 years, of building a modern nation on, sometimes literally, the ruins of a vanished civilization. This is the story of the Greek nation state but also, and perhaps more fundamentally, of the collective identity that goes with it. It is not only a history of events and high politics, it is also a history of culture, of the arts, of people and of ideas.

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