Pericles
Athenian Statesman and Patron of the Arts
Kids, People and Places, History, Ancient Civilizations
| Author: | Beatriz Santillian, Hamish Aird | ISBN: | 9781508174882 |
| Publisher: | The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc | Publication: | July 15, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Rosen Young Adult | Language: | English |
| Author: | Beatriz Santillian, Hamish Aird |
| ISBN: | 9781508174882 |
| Publisher: | The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
| Publication: | July 15, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Rosen Young Adult |
| Language: | English |
The Golden Age of Athens was derived from the leadership of Pericles, politician extraordinaire. Readers will learn how one man moved his country to complete such works as building the Parthenon, Propylaea, and other projects, ending revolts against Athenian rule, leading Athens into the Peloponnesian War, and more, all while taking on various battles with domestic political rivals. This dynamic text utilizes call-outs to draw connections between ancient Athens and modern times and helps readers understand the landscape in which he led Athens to flourish.
The Golden Age of Athens was derived from the leadership of Pericles, politician extraordinaire. Readers will learn how one man moved his country to complete such works as building the Parthenon, Propylaea, and other projects, ending revolts against Athenian rule, leading Athens into the Peloponnesian War, and more, all while taking on various battles with domestic political rivals. This dynamic text utilizes call-outs to draw connections between ancient Athens and modern times and helps readers understand the landscape in which he led Athens to flourish.
