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karinlib's review
4.0
Egypt, Greece and Rome is a good introduction to the ancient history of the Mediterranean civilizations, and I read to refresh my memory of these cultures. I will be reading portions of this book in years to come and not cover-to-cover as I did now. I particularly liked the literary support used.
I particularly liked the later part of the Roman rule and the segue into the Byzantine empire. Although, I knew quite a bit of this history, there was much I didn't know.
I particularly liked the later part of the Roman rule and the segue into the Byzantine empire. Although, I knew quite a bit of this history, there was much I didn't know.
firerosearien's review
4.0
Tons of info here...a book that's definitely better read as part of a class than purely on its own.
spacestationtrustfund's review
2.0
I did not actually read this book for my studies; I read it quite a while before, which was likely the best decision. I'd recommend this book to the layperson or absolute newcomer, but not anyone with more than a passing knowledge of Greek, Roman, or Egyptian history.
libkatem's review
2.0
I wanted to like this book. I liked the class a lot, but this book... was exceedingly frustrating. I feel that long textbooks should be in chronological order. Don't kill Pompey, and two pages later have him embracing Caesar. That makes my brain hurt, especially when preparing for class/studying for exams. (If you want to argue a point successfully, keep it concise. That's what I've learned from my degree.) Anyway... not worth it if you're looking for a "fun ancient civilizations book."
shannasbooksnhooks's review
4.0
This was a really fun read about my 3 favorite ancient civilizations that bordered the Mediterranean Sea. It was very informative, and I really enjoyed it. I felt like the chapters were a little bulky, but that wasn’t too much of a problem, though. I do recommend this as a read.
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