A hugely entertaining romp through the history of Europe’s oldest civilisation.

From the popular ‘Shortest History’ series, this latest focus is of Greece and it’s surrounding islands. In a brief but detailed format which includes photographs and illustrations, it traces the odyssey of the Greeks from ancient past all the way up to their complicated present.

Ex-Ottakers boss James Heneage – currently residing in Greece – gives us all we could ask for and more with this deep dive into the background of a beautiful and inspiring country. Easy to understand and with informational box-outs, the author makes what could be a dry history book both interesting and thought-provoking. Not afraid to ask questions, Heneage looks at the present and possible future of Greece to see what lies ahead for the nation, and what lessons can be learnt.

Packed with information, The Shortest History Of Greece is an ideal companion for a visitor, with notes and trivia which will surprise even the most knowledgeable.

(Review by Cliff)