The Hellenistic period was a veritable cauldron of ambition, betrayal, and sheer bloodlust. It was an era marked by dramatic ...

Ancient Greek temples positioned around the Agora were dedicated to patron gods like Athena for Athens and Zeus for Olympia.

At a special ceremony held at our embassy in Rome, the grandson of former Italian Prime Minister Alcide De Gasperi presented ...

I have been studying Greek history for a very long time. In fact, I learned ancient and medieval Greek history at the ...

People living in the ancient world also had mental health problems ... I put fear of losing money, political intrigue, drinking poison or other such things in the hearts of others to deflect ...

At one level,” he writes, “my book is a history of the study of Greek history from...the 18th century to the present day.” ...

Ancient Greece had a variety of systems. Apart from being great traders, the Greeks were relatively wealthy; they promoted and enjoyed culture and adored poetry, public debates, politics ...

Five candidates start off an election campaign, but only one will emerge victorious, chosen by the people. Sounds like ...

Check if you have access via personal or institutional login Music was everywhere in ancient Rome ... examines the role of music in Roman politics and society, focusing on the period from the Roman ...

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This article follows our family as we visit the Ancient Agora of Athens. Plus, learn about the history of this iconic ...