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Discovering Ancient Greece

Synopsis
Explores the civilisation of Greece throughout the period 1500-100 BC. Uses live photography, architectural reconstructions and works of art to recreate the country’s history. Explores Mycenae, Corinth, Epidauros; ancient temples, gymnasium, and stadium at Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games; religious sites at Delphi; ancient Athines; conquests of Alexander the Great; the Roman occupation of Greece.
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 35 min.
Year of production
1995
Availability
Sale; 1999 sale: £29.50 (+VAT +p&p)
Uses
Ages 14 and up.
Subjects
Classical studies
Keywords
Greece - classical

Production Company

Name

United Learning

Notes
See: AGC United Learning

Distributor

Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Notes
NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution

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