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Daily life in the Hellenistic age : from Alexander to Cleopatra / James Allan Evans

This volume examines the Hellenistic world following Alexander the Great, covering regions from Iraq to Sicily. It explores social structures, daily life, and scientific achievements within the Greek polis, analysing the enduring legacy of this multicultural era.

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