This classic work provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the ancient world, from the rise of Greece to the fall of Rome. The author explores the political, social, and cultural developments of this pivotal period, and offers insightful analyses of key events and figures. With its clear writing style, meticulous scholarship, and helpful study aids, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.