Volume 3 of Grotes authoritative series on Greece covers the history of Greece from the early period of Greek despotism to the founding of its colonies in the Western Mediterranean. Topics include a discussion of despots such as Periander, Solon and Solonian law and constitution, neighbours of the Greeks who influenced them such as the Egyptians, Phoenicians, and Scythians, and the Greek colonies in North Africa, Italy, Sicily, and Gaul. A table of contents is included for easier navigation.