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Chapter Two: Contest, Excellence, Ambition in Ancient Athens.

Source :
Democratic Virtue in the Trial & Death of Socrates; 2001, Vol. 22, p31-64, 34p
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Chapter two of the book "Democratic Virtue in the Trial & Death of Socrates" is presented. It explores Socrates' moral principles which threatened the Athenian institution of agon which is described as aggressive formalized competition in Greece. It highlights the analysis of Joseph Bryant on military technology and its effect on the ancient Hellenic polis.

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9780820449791
Volume :
22
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Democratic Virtue in the Trial & Death of Socrates
Publication Type :
Book
Accession number :
31852659