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DOVER, K., The Greeks. From the BBC television series by Chr. Burstall and K. Dover. BBC, London, 1980. 146p. Cloth wrps. With signature in pencil on free endpaper. ‘The Greeks’ by Kenneth Dover is a witty, whimsical, and informative niew of Greek civilization that was based on a four-part BBC television series on that subject, which he helped to produce. The author, whose learning is immense, has been able to distill his knowledge to give us a view of the Greeks that is both unexpected and reasonable. Combining history with art, architecture, literature, and philosophy, he presents us with a people who were willing to raise questions but who, above all, had a good sense. ‘The Greeks’ is a judicious mix of history and personal observation. Since the work is based on a television series, it is clear and readable, reinforced by the author’s carefully considered views and illuminated by splendid and unusual illustrations.’ (A.W. GODFREY in The History Teacher, 1982, p. 578-79). € 17.50 (Antiquarian)