[PDF] Maritime Traders In The Ancient Greek World eBook

Author : C. M. Reed
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 46,25 MB
Release : 2003-12-11
Category : History
ISBN : 1139439065

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This is the first full work since Hasebroek's Trade and Politics in the Ancient World to deal directly with the place of maritime traders in ancient Greece. Its main assumption is that traders' juridical, economic, political and unofficial standing can only be viewed correctly through the lens of the polis framework. It argues that those engaging in inter-regional trade with classical Athens were mainly poor and foreign (hence politically inert at Athens). Moreover, Athens, as well as other classical Greek poleis, resorted to limited measures, well short of war or other modes of economic imperialism, to attract them. However, at least in the minds of individual Athenians considerations of traders' indispensability to Athens displaced what otherwise would have been low estimations of their social status.

Author : Mustafa Nejem, Jr.
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 27,54 MB
Release : 2023-11-25
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ISBN : 9781963159035

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Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of history with "Sailing Through Time: Ancient Greece's Maritime Legacy." In this enlightening exploration, delve into the often overlooked but extraordinary world of ancient Greek traders and shipbuilders whose ingenuity shaped the course of civilization.Unveil the vibrant tapestry of ancient Greece, celebrated not only for its mythological grandeur but also for its profound contributions to trade, shipbuilding, and economic excellence. From the architectural marvels to literary masterpieces, discover how this civilization, marked by the brilliance of Aristotle, Plato, and Socrates, transcended the realms of learning and excellence.Witness the rise of ancient Greek shipbuilders, masters of the seas, whose exceptional trading skills transformed the coastline into a bustling hub of commerce. Learn about their ingenious strategies that propelled the economy forward, not only for military dominance but also for political and trading supremacy.Explore the strategic brilliance of Greek traders, navigating international waters with the formidable trireme warship, safeguarding trade routes through convoy escorts and preemptive raids. Uncover the remarkable role of amphoras as vessels not only for goods but as exquisite works of art, highlighting the sophistication of standardized packaging in ancient times.Step into the heart of ancient Greek agoras, multifunctional spaces that served as economic hubs, political arenas, and cultural epicenters. Draw parallels between these ancient marketplaces and modern concepts of malls and markets, revealing the enduring legacy of ancient Greek commercial practices.

Author : Justin Leidwanger
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 28,93 MB
Release : 2018-11-22
Category : History
ISBN : 1108429947

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This book uses network ideas to explore how the sea connected communities across the ancient Mediterranean. We look at the complexity of cultural interaction, and the diverse modes of maritime mobility through which people and objects moved. It will be of interest to Mediterranean specialists, ancient historians, and maritime archaeologists.

Author : David Sacks
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 433 pages
File Size : 43,64 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : History
ISBN : 1438110200

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Discusses the people, places and events found in over 2,000 years of Greek civilization.

Author : Lowell K. Handy
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 36,29 MB
Release : 2014-12-05
Category : History
ISBN : 1317491270

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The story of Jonah, often read as a simple children's story, is a multifaceted and elaborate narrative with serious intent. Treating the biblical book as a fictitious story based on real locations and recognizable persons, 'Jonah's World' examines the background to the story and draws on social science approaches to describe its imaginative world. The book explores the geography, theology, myth, human characters, natural landscape, and the ideology behind the story to uncover a vision of reality shaped by literary technique. Jonah's World will be invaluable to students and scholars seeking a new approach to the reading of this colourful text.

Author : Michael Lovano
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 747 pages
File Size : 43,47 MB
Release : 2019-12-02
Category : History
ISBN :

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This book opens the world of the ancient Greeks to all readers through easily accessible entries on topics essential to understanding Greek high culture and daily life. The ancient Greeks provided the foundation for Western civilization. They made significant advances in science, mathematics, philosophy, literature, and government. While many readers might have heard of Plato and Aristotle, however, or be familiar with the classic works of Greek tragedy, most people know significantly less about daily life in the ancient Greek world. This encyclopedia opens the world of the ancient Greeks, spanning Greek history from the Bronze Age through Roman times, with an emphasis on the Classical and Hellenistic Eras. The encyclopedia provides roughly 270 easily accessible entries on topics essential to understanding everything from Greek high culture to daily life. These entries are grouped in topical sections on the arts, science and technology, politics and government, domestic life, and other subjects. Sidebars on particularly noteworthy people, places, and concepts provide related information, while primary documents allow readers to delve into the mindset and feelings of the ancient Greeks themselves. Extensive bibliographic references give curious readers direction for further research.