The classical compendium /
"Pliny did it, Plutarch did it, Xenophon did it. In fact most ancient writers were incorrigible collectors of miscellany, lively anecdotes, and after-dinner jokes. Here, writer and historian Philip Matyszak has collected his favorite incidents, wisecracks, and interesting facts about ancient Gr...
Main Author: | Matyszak, Philip |
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Format: | Book |
Language: | English |
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London :
Thames & Hudson,
2009
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