History of Greece, Volume 11 (of 12) by George Grote
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"History of Greece, Volume 11 (of 12)" by George Grote is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This volume continues to explore the intricate political and military developments of ancient Greece, particularly focusing on events during the reign of Dionysius the Elder of Syracuse and the interactions among various Greek city-states and external powers. It provides an in-depth analysis of the socio-political landscape of Greece during this tumultuous period, detailing
conflicts and alliances that shaped its history. The opening of this volume sets the stage for the continuation of Dionysius's reign, recounting his military successes and struggles, particularly against the Carthaginians and internal dissensions among mercenaries. It discusses several key events, including the Carthaginian army's defeat by a pestilence, Dionysius's efforts to establish his power in Sicily, and his ongoing conflicts with the Syracusans and Greeks in Southern Italy. The narrative also foreshadows Dionysius's aggressive ambitions towards neighboring regions and the consequent rise of resistance among the Italiot Greeks who are alarmed by his encroachments. Overall, the opening provides a vivid portrayal of the political machinations and military strategies that characterized this critical epoch in Greek history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Grote, George, 1794-1871 |
|---|---|
| Title | History of Greece, Volume 11 (of 12) |
| Credits |
Produced by Henry Fower, Adrian Mastronardi, Ramon Pajares Box, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| Subject | Greece -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61469 |
| Release Date | Feb 21, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 413 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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