| Author |
Costa, Fernandes, 1848-1920 |
| Title |
Historia da Grecia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 39.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Pedro Saborano
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| Summary |
"Historia da Grecia" by Fernandes Costa is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide a comprehensive overview of ancient Greek history, examining important periods from its legendary origins to its historical developments, including political structures, key figures, and cultural achievements. The opening of the book introduces geographical and mythological notions that are fundamental to understanding Greece. It discusses the origins of the term "Greece" as derived from Roman nomenclature while explaining that the Greeks identified their homeland as "Héllada." The passage delves into the geographical divisions of Greece, highlighting its mountainous terrain and islands, which contributed to the formation of various independent states. Furthermore, it begins to outline the mythological context, mentioning the creation myths and gods that shaped Greek culture and influenced its historical narrative. Thus, the text sets a solid foundation for the exploration of Greece's complex past as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Portuguese |
| LoC Class |
DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
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| Subject |
Greece -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32174 |
| Release Date |
Apr 29, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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