"Athens: Its Rise and Fall, Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical work examining the story of the city of Athens. The writings cover the foundations of the city and the impact it would have on art, democracy, and philosophy. Readers are prepared for a tour through key figures like Cecrops as well as the importance of Eleusinian mythology. It looks at the transformation of the people from a primitive society to one marked by agriculture and rules. The book promises a look into the connections between politics, culture, and religion, that built the Athenian persona.
Athens: Its Rise and Fall, Complete
By Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton
Journey back in time to discover the story of a city-state whose innovative ideas formed the bedrock of modern society.
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About the AuthorEdward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton,, was an English writer and politician. He served as a Whig member of Parliament from 1831 to 1841 and a Conservative from 1851 to 1866. He was Secretary of State for the Colonies from June 1858 to June 1859, choosing Richard Clement Moody as founder of British Columbia. He was created Baron Lytton of Knebworth in 1866.
Edward George Earle Lytton Bulwer-Lytton, 1st Baron Lytton,, was an English writer and politician. He served as a Whig member of Parliament from 1831 to 1841 and a Conservative from 1851 to 1866. He was Secretary of State for the Colonies from June 1858 to June 1859, choosing Richard Clement Moody as founder of British Columbia. He was created Baron Lytton of Knebworth in 1866.
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