Technology in Ancient Greece
Author | : Charlie Samuels |
Publisher | : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP |
Total Pages | : 50 |
Release | : 2013-08-01 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781433996351 |
ISBN-10 | : 1433996359 |
Rating | : 4/5 (59 Downloads) |
Download or read book Technology in Ancient Greece written by Charlie Samuels and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2013-08-01 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The buildings of ancient Greece remain some of the most famous in the world. The Parthenon and temples showcase the sophisticated construction technology of people who lived thousands of years ago—and many still stand. Readers will enjoy learning more about the culture and lives of the ancient Greeks through their agricultural, artistic, and mathematical achievements. Detailed sidebars complement the main historical content, while a timeline neatly summarizes ancient Greek history. From chapters about Aristotle and Archimedes to great Greek warships, each section has full-color images and photographs to inspire readers’ own ingenuity.