"One thing long lacking in the English-speaking world hasbeen the in-depth, full political narrative ... . This ... is what Errington's book provides. The author has a sharp eye forintrigue, a gift for interpreting recalcitrant inscriptions, and aclear, brisk prose style. His command of the sources and the by nowvast scholarship is masterly. As a result, his text will be equallyinvaluable--a rare achievement-for students and fellowscholars. Highly recommended.„ (Choice Reviews, December 2008)
“The author, emeritus professor of ancient history at theUniversity of Marburg, highlights the relationships between Greekcity-states and Macedonian monarchies.„ (Times Higher EducationSupplement)“No other period of Greek history is as complex as the threecenturies between the death of Alexander and the suicide ofCleopatra, or as rich in source material. This book presents anup-to-date, reliable reconstruction of the political framework ofthe Hellenistic world, which can meet the demands of the increasinginterest in this period in teaching and research.„
-Angelos Chaniotis, University of Oxford
“Accessible, informative, and lucidly written, Errington'sHistory of the Hellenistic World will provide an invaluable anduser-friendly guide for students of the Hellenistic Age for manyyears to come."
-Claude Eilers, McMaster University
* Offers a clearly organized narrative with particular emphasison state and governmental structures
* Makes extensive use of inscriptions in translation toillustrate the continuing vitality of the Greek city states priorto the Roman conquest
* Emphasizes the specific Macedonian origins of all activeparticipants in the creation of the Hellenistic world
* Highlights the relationships between Greek city-states andMacedonian monarchies
