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A Companion to Greek and Roman Political Thought
Year
2012
Language
ENGLISH
Publication Information
Wiley
Summary
Justice, virtue, and citizenship were at the center of political life in ancient Greece and Rome and were frequently discussed by classical poets, historians, and philosophers. This Companion illuminates Greek and Roman political thought in all its range, diversity, and depth. Thirty-four essays from leading scholars in history, classics, philosophy, and political science provide stimulating discussions of classical political thought, ranging from the Archaic Greek epics to the final days of the Roman Empire and beyond. These essays strike a judicious yet thought-provoking balance between theoretical and historical perspectives. “A Companion to Greek and Roman Political Thought” is an authoritative guide to the ancient Greek and Roman political questions that continue to shape and challenge the modern world.