This three-page undergraduate paper discusses Greek culture. The Hellenic era existed before Alexander the Great. The Hellenistic period started after Alexander, and it influences even our era. Slavery existed in both periods but there was more emphasis on religion in the Hellenic era. The Hellenic era witnessed democracy and the existence of city-states. The Hellenistic era was governed by monarchies. Materialism became widespread in this time that also marked the demise of truly creative philosophy. 3 pgs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
