Description
The only up-to-date student introduction to one of the most important developments of ancient Greek society, the impact of which is felt on all modern political systems.
About the Author
Christopher Carey is Emeritus Professor of Greek at University College London, UK. He has published widely on Athenian democracy and ancient Greek literature, especially oratory and lyric poetry.
Reviews
A student-friendly text that draws from the author's deep well of knowledge. Carey has concisely presented the key evidence for the development, function, and ideology of Athenian democracy alongside his lucid interpretations. DCA strikes a balance both between a synchronic and diachronic view of Athenian democracy and between principles and institutions, a challenging achievement for a student handbook. Carey does an impressive job compressing the relevant information into a slim volume while providing enough commentary for undergraduates with little Classics or History background ... The new, more thoroughly explained and functional DCA fills a general need for lower-and intermediate-level courses on Athenian democracy, democracies ancient and modern, Greek history, and Greek political thought. * Bryn Mawr Classical Review *
Book Information
ISBN 9781474286367
Author Christopher Carey
Format Paperback
Page Count 200
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 240g