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Mark Daniels

The Classical World in Bite-sized Chunks

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Imprint: O'Mara Books

Publication date: 18/06/2026

ISBN: 9781789298741

Subject: Non-Fiction

Category: Science - History - Philosophy

Binding: Paperback

Size: 198 x 129 mm

Extent: 224 pages

Illustration: B/w line drawings throughout

Territorial Rights: World (All Languages)

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Summary:

An entertaining and accessible introduction to the fascinating world of Greek and Roman history, covering the people, events, art and mythology that have shaped the Western world.

Perhaps more than any other period in history, the era of classical antiquity shaped the Western world as we know it today. From the pioneering schools of Greek philosophy to the far-reaching influence of the Roman Empire, so much of what we consider fundamental to our contemporary civilization can trace its roots back to Mediterranean Europe during this time.

Whether you're interested in myths and legends, ancient civilization or classical history, this compact book covers all bases. Divided into eight chapters, each covering an aspect of the classical world – gods, heroes and monsters, rulers and government, war, art, philosophy, literature and science – this is the perfect primer for any reader looking for an introduction to one of the most captivating periods in history.

With dozens of easy-to-digest entries on the most important people, events, art and mythology of the era, accompanied by maps and illustrations, The Classical World in Bite-Sized Chunks gives you everything you need to know about Roman and Greek history in one compelling and compact package.

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The History of the World in Bite-sized Chunks (9781782437079)
World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks (9781782435754)
The History of Europe in Bite-sized Chunks (9781789294163)
The Universe in Bite-sized Chunks (9781789295023)
The History of Science in Bite-sized Chunks (9781789290714)

Sales points:

  • A fascinating and accessible introduction: to the ever-popular topics of Greek and Roman history in short, easy-to-digest chapters.

  • Split up into bite-sized chapters: featuring sections on heroes and rulers, gods and mythology, war, philosophy, art and science.

  • Part of the bestselling Bite-Sized Chunks series: which includes The History of the World in Bite-sized Chunks (over 500,000 copies sold worldwide and translated in 12 languages), World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks (over 200,000 copies sold worldwide) and The History of Europe in Bite-sized Chunks (over 60,000 copies sold worldwide).

  • Perfect for: fans of mythology retellings such as The Song of Achilles, Circe, and Netflix's Kaos.

  • Culturally relevant: with a new season of Spartacus set to release at the end of 2025 and Christopher Nolan's cinematic adaptation of Odyssey coming in July 2026, interest in the classical world and all its history is on the rise.

About the Author:

Mark Daniels

Mark Daniels is a writer who studied Classics and Linguistics at the University of Cambridge, where he focused on the myths of Greek, Roman and Sanskrit poetry. He is the author of World Mythology in Bite-sized Chunks, which has been translated into seven languages worldwide, and Gods, Heroes and Monsters.

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