Ancient Greek Literature

Ancient Greek literature refers to literature written in the Ancient Greek language from the earliest texts until roughly the rise of the Byzantine Empire.

Read more about Ancient Greek Literature:  Classical and Pre-Classical Antiquity, Hellenistic Age, The Hellenistic and Roman Periods, Legacy

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