In this compact yet comprehensive history of ancient Greece, Thomas R. Martin brings alive Greek civilization from its Stone Age roots to the fourth century B.C. Focusing on the development of the Greek city-state and the society, culture, and architecture of Athens in its Golden Age, Martin integrates political, military, social, and cultural history in a book that will appeal to students and general readers alike. Now in its second edition, this classic work now features new maps and illustrations, a new introduction, and updates throughout."A limpidly written, highly accessible, and comprehensive history of Greece and its civilizations from prehistory through the collapse of Alexander the Great's empire...A highly readable account of ancient Greece, particularly useful as an introductory or review text for the student or the general reader."—Kirkus Reviews"A polished and informative work that will be useful for general readers and students."—Daniel... Views: 12
FROM DRIFTER TO DADDY? Minutes before saying "I do," Annette Olsen realized
her mistake and bolted - a wedding gown in her trunk and a baby in her belly! In St.
Valentine, she found the perfect place to start over…until a handsome drifter blew into
her diner, setting the town abuzz with gossip and her heart aflutter with impossible
dreams. Jared Colton wanted only to find his ties to the town's legendary founder
and move on through. But something about Annette got to him. Maybe it was the secrets
she kept, or her tender touch, or how much she needed him. Or maybe it was the spark of
longing her kiss awakened in his soul. Either way, Jared found himself wishing for what
had eluded him - a family, with Annette and a baby he'd claim as his
own…. Views: 12
No one knows more about horses than Stevie, Carole, and Lisa. Or do they? The Saddle Club's knowledge is going to be tested in a Know-Down at the next Horse Wise meeting. Views: 12
Gawain was not only Arthur's champion, he was the champion of the ladies as well. He loved many women, but none too much -- until one of his lovers told him she intended to marry another man.
Now, a year later, he is running away from his disappointment, traveling north to fight against a mysterious warrior who has taken the hill-fort of the lady Ragnell.
But there is a mystery to Ragnell too, the beauty with the ravaged face. And Gawain realizes he must solve both mysteries, that of the warrior and the lady ... Views: 12
Christmas is a time for remembering. Too bad all memories aren't pleasant. Everyone in Whiskey Creek remembers Sophia DeBussi as the town's Mean Girl. Especially Ted Dixon, whose love she once scorned. But Sophia has paid the price for her youthful transgressions. The man she did marry was rich and powerful but abusive. So when he goes missing, she secretly hopes he'll never come back—until she learns that he died running from an FBI probe of his investment firm. Not only has he left Sophia penniless, he's left her to face all the townspeople he cheated. Sophia is reduced to looking for any kind of work to pay the bills and support her daughter. With no other options, she becomes housekeeper for none other than Ted, now a successful suspense writer. He can't bring himself to turn his back on her, not at Christmas, but he refuses to get emotionally involved. He learned his lesson the last time. Or will the season of love and forgiveness give them both another chance at happiness? Views: 12
