From the Cenozoic upheavals which formed the Greek archipelago to the political movements in the twentieth century that overturned both a military junta and the monarchy, this informative and entertaining survey covers the political, artistic, and religious evolution of one of the world's most significant and fascinating civilizations.With illustrations and maps, this is a book for Hellenophiles of all ages and persuasions, to be used as a reference, history, and guide.