Athenian Democracy
Athenian Democracy by John Thorley, published in 2004, offers a concise analysis of the development and operation of one of the first democracies during the 5th century BC. This edition, consisting of 97 pages, delves into the historical context of Athenian democracy, particularly in relation to the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, and incorporates both primary source material and insights from modern historians.
Readers will find a thorough examination of key aspects such as the prelude to democracy, the emergence of the democratic system, its practical workings, and its overall efficiency. This second edition has been updated to reflect recent research and includes a useful chronology and bibliography, making it a valuable resource for those interested in ancient history and the evolution of governance in Greece.
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The 5th century BC witnessed not only the emergence of one of the first democracies, but also the Persian and the Peloponnesian Wars. John Thorley provides a concise analysis of the development and operation of Athenian democracy against thisThe fifth century BC witnessed not only the emergence of one of the first democracies, but also the Persian and the Peloponnesian Wars. John Thorley provides a concise analysis of the development and operation of Athenian democracy against this backdrop. Taking into account both primary source material and the work of modern historians, Athenian Democracy examines:* the prelude to democracy* how the democractic system emerged* how this system worked in practice* the efficiency of this system of government* the success of Athenian democracy.Including a useful chronology and blibliography, this second edition has been updated to take into account recent research.
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