The History of Greece V8: From the Earliest Period to the Death of Agesilaus, Continued to the Death of Alexander the Great (1835) is a historical book written by William Mitford. It is the eighth volume in a series that covers the history of Greece from its earliest days up until the death of Alexander the Great.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the period from the earliest days of Greece up until the death of Agesilaus, a Spartan king who reigned from 398 to 360 BCE. The second part covers the period from the death of Agesilaus up until the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE.Throughout the book, Mitford provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments that took place in Greece during these periods. He covers the major wars, battles, and political events that shaped the history of Greece, as well as the cultural achievements of the Greeks, such as their art, literature, and philosophy.Mitford's writing is clear and concise, making it accessible to readers of all levels. He draws on a wide range of primary sources, including ancient Greek texts, to provide a comprehensive and accurate account of Greek history.Overall, The History of Greece V8: From the Earliest Period to the Death of Agesilaus, Continued to the Death of Alexander the Great (1835) is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Greece or the ancient world more broadly.In Eight Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.