The Greek military victories at Marathon, Salamis, and Plataia during the Persian Wars profoundly shaped fifth-century politics and culture. By long tradition, the victors commemorated their deliverance by dedicating thank-offerings in the sanctuaries of their gods, and the Athe…
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Looks at the political theories of 12 prominent people from history, including Pericles, Muhammad Iqbal, Jesus Christ, Adam Smith and Thomas Jefferson. From the author of "Tears Of The Rajas"
In this fascinating book, Ferdinand Mount delves into the lives and theories of twelve great political thinkers, from Pericles, the maker of ancient Athens, to Muhammad Iqbal, the inspiration behind the founding of Pakistan. We take an exhilarating ride through their extraordina…
These critically diverse and innovative essays are aimed at restoring the social context of ancient Greek drama. Theatrical productions, which included music and dancing, were civic events in honor of the god Dionysos and were attended by a politically stratified community, whos…
Dans la culture occidentale, Périclès a le rare privilège de donner son nom à un « Siècle », incarnant l'apogée politique et culturel du monde grec. Pour autant, faut-il croire l'historien Thucydide lorsqu'il soutient, à propos d'Athènes : « C'était, de nom, une démocratie, mais…
