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Many who champion the idea of "Western Civilization" have only the loosest grasp of its history and of the Persian Wars, often portrayed as the heroic defense of "Western" values. Popular narratives frame these wars as East versus West, Greeks versus barbarians, with Greeks cast as defenders of...

The World’s First Superpower Has Been Misunderstood for 2,000 Years. Almost everything you think you know about the Persian Empire was written by its enemies. For centuries, Greek historians portrayed Persia as a decadent empire ruled by weak kings and endless luxury. But behind that story stood one of history’s most sophisticated political systems—a superpower whose ideas still shape civilization today. Long before Rome rose to dominance, the Persians built a vast empire spanning three continents.

Dive deep into the timeless wisdom of ancient Rome with Meditations, an audiobook expertly narrated by James Harrison. Experience the profound thoughts and reflections of one of history's greatest philosophers and Roman Emperors, Marcus Aurelius. This audiobook captures the essence of his philosophical musings, offering listeners insights into Stoic philosophy, personal growth, and the pursuit of a meaningful life.

H. A. Guerber, the legendary historian, once again brings us this classic audiobook about one of the most fascinating civilizations in the history of our wonderful world: the Greeks. He brings to life Greek history in a way few have ever managed to do. His passion was to get people excited about the rise of Athens and Sparta, and the legends of Hercules, Theseus, and the Trojan war. Plus, who wouldn’t be inspired by the courage of Leonidas at Thermopylae, the conquests of Alexander the Great, and the wisdom of the Great Socrates.

Early Greece, a new William Collins book, full description to follow when available...

"NOW THERE ARE FIELDS WHERE TROY ONCE STOOD" —OVID During the great migrations of the second millennium BC, peoples from Western Europe-known as Achaeans or Sea Peoples-arrived in the Mediterranean region, either to settle there peacefully or to plunder and raze the land. They brought about...

The Odyssey Decoded: An 80-Minute Journey into Homer’s Epic. Millions of moviegoers are discovering the adventures of Odysseus, Penelope, and Telemachus. After the fall of Troy, the Greek hero Odysseus sets sail for his homeland, Ithaca. But storms drive him toward unknown seas. Pursued by...

Though often remembered today merely for the modern word “epicurean,” which has become associated with luxurious food and refined tastes, the actual philosophy of Epicureanism was far more complex and intellectually ambitious than simple indulgence. At its heart, Epicureanism sought to answer life’s most pressing issues, namely how to achieve happiness and pleasure while avoiding physical pain and mental anguish in a world of uncertainty. To offer answers, Epicurus founded his philosophical school in Athens around 306 B.C. during one of the most turbulent periods in Greek history.

Throughout human history, people have sought ways to invite fortune, protect themselves from misfortune, and create opportunities for success. From ancient rituals to everyday habits, luck has been at the heart of our hopes, dreams, and decisions. Across continents, cultures, and centuries, the desire to be “lucky” has inspired a fascinating variety of superstitions, charms, and rituals. Why Do People Believe in Luck? Belief in luck often arises from a need to make sense of uncertainty. Life is unpredictable, and many events, successes, failures, love, or wealth can feel beyond our control.

Often called the “Father of Geometry,” Euclid’s influence is so pervasive that his book, The Elements, was the primary math manual for over 2,000 years. It was not a “textbook” in the modern sense, as it did not have problem sets, word problems, or diagrams for practice, but it was a foundational reference and logical guide that students had to read, memorize, and demonstrate. In the Western and Islamic worlds, Euclid’s Elements was the standard geometry text for almost every educated person until the 19th century.

In einer Welt, die von Überfluss und Informationen geprägt ist, sind Gelassenheit und Klarheit notwendiger denn je. In diesem Buch untersucht der Bestsellerautor Ken Mogi die antike griechische Philosophie des Stoizismus sowie ihre Resonanz in anderen Kulturen weltweit, nicht zuletzt aus seiner eigenen japanischen Perspektive. Denn die Lehren der Stoiker finden in der japanischen, Zen-buddhistisch geprägten Lebensphilosophie einen überraschenden Widerhall. Stoizismus ist aber auch eine Denkweise, die uns in einzigartiger Weise für die Zukunft rüstet und Wege zu persönlichem Wachstum eröffnet.

History Wasn't Boring. Your History Books Were. If you've ever fallen asleep reading about ancient civilizations, it wasn't your fault. Most history books bury the best parts under dry dates, dusty names, and academic jargon. But the real stories of Egypt, Greece, and Rome? They're bloody, messy, and deeply human. This 3-in-1 book brings ancient history to life the way it deserves—with the drama, the chaos, and the larger-than-life characters that made these civilizations legendary.

The story of Artemisia, formidable queen of the Greek city-state of Halicarnassus, that counters longstanding misconceptions about women's roles in antiquity Herodotus's listeners never doubted that Artemisia I of Caria had commanded a fleet in the naval Battle of Salamis. After all, she was the...

Finally Understand Greek Mythology Without the Confusion, Family Trees, or Boring LecturesYou’ve heard the names. Zeus. Medusa. Hercules. Athena. But if someone asked you to explain who they were, how they’re connected, or what actually happened in the Trojan War… would you be able to? Greek mythology is everywhere. It appears in movies, books, video games, psychology, and everyday language. Yet for many people, the stories feel tangled, overwhelming, or only half-remembered from school. This audiobook was written for people who want clarity.

The turbulent history of women’s bodies, from classical Greece to the modern day Breasts, clitoris, hymen, and womb. Across history, these body parts have told women who they are and what they should do. Although knowledge of each part has changed through time, none of them tells a simple...

Hace más de dos mil años, el estoicismo reveló una forma de vivir con menos sufrimiento y más felicidad. A pesar de que los antiguos estoicos vivieron hace mucho tiempo, tuvieron ideas sorprendentes sobre la condición humana que han perdurado hasta nuestros días. El estoicismo buscaba respuestas a preguntas como "¿cómo puedo ser más feliz?" o "¿cuál es el propósito de la vida?" y muchas más...

When dark smoke rises from stone temples, the followers of the cult of Dionysus pour each other deep red wine, ancient philosophers passionately discuss in the Athenian agora, and cheering shouts of victory ring out from Olympia in the distance - then you, dear readers, are nowhere else than in the multifaceted world of Greek antiquity. We hear a lot about ancient Greece; be it the huge world of gods that rules over the celestial sphere, strange myths that we still read and love today, or even personalities like that of Alexander the Great that trigger fascination and curiosity in us.

Cuando sale humo oscuro de los templos de piedra, los seguidores del culto a Dioniso se sirven vino tinto intenso, los antiguos filósofos discuten apasionadamente en el ágora ateniense y los gritos de victoria resuenan en Olimpia a lo lejos, entonces tú, querido lector, no te encuentras en ningún otro lugar que en el polifacético mundo de la antigüedad griega. Oímos hablar mucho de la antigua Grecia; ya sea del enorme mundo de dioses que gobierna la esfera celeste, de extraños mitos que aún hoy leemos y amamos, o incluso de personalidades como la de Alejandro Magno que desencadenan en nosotros fascinación y curiosidad.

¿Sabía usted que Alejandro Magno introdujo una vez la proskynesis en la corte macedonia? La proskynesis, el acto de besar el suelo o los pies de alguien de rango superior, era una costumbre habitual de los persas. En la corte del Imperio aqueménida, este acto se realizaba normalmente ante el rey. Tanto si eran nativos del país como si no, los súbditos tenían que postrarse ante el rey antes de poder pronunciar una palabra. A diferencia de los griegos y los macedonios, los persas solo practicaban la proskynesis cuando se comunicaban con sus antiguos dioses.

Bloomsbury presents The Hill by Robert Kershaw, read by Richard Burnip. From the critically acclaimed author of Dünkirchen 1940, this is a groundbreaking history of the epic three-day battle for Hill 107 that changed the course of the war in the Mediterranean. In this remarkable history, we...