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Athens has been weakened by decades of war with Sparta. Now, conflict between political factions threatens to tear the city apart from within. In this turbulent society, Daimon's life is marked by...

Athens is a city with a rich and complex history, spanning over two millennia. From its classical roots to its modern-day revival, this vibrant metropolis has been shaped by countless cultures and...

Owls to Athens by Harry Turtledove is a captivating tale of adventure and intrigue set in ancient Greece. After navigating long and perilous journeys, Menedemos and Sostratos return to the City of...

Athens-Sparta explores the cultural development of two of ancient Greece's most significant city-states, Athens and Sparta. This fully illustrated volume examines the artistic, social, and cultural...

Timon of AthensA tragic play by William Shakespeare, Timon of Athens tells the story of a wealthy and generous nobleman who is betrayed by his friends and left to live in exile. Through his journey,...

A comprehensive survey of ancient Athens and Attica, lavishly illustrated to bring its monuments to life.This authoritative guide is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and visitors alike,...

Athens and Sparta provides a comprehensive account of the two key Greek powers in the years after 478 BC. This period saw Athens rise from city-state to empire following the devastation of the...

Athens: City of Wisdom by Bruce Clark is a comprehensive history of the city that gave birth to Western civilization. Spanning over three millennia, this sweeping narrative takes readers on a journey...

Athens: The Hidden Gems by Helen Partovi-Fraser is a travel memoir that takes you behind the scenes of this ancient city. The author returns to post-Olympics Athens, revealing its true character and...

Athens & Jerusalem by Lev Shestov is a philosophical work that explores the opposition between Greek rationality and biblical revelation. First published in 2016, this new edition features an...

Discover the Best of Athens for Your Short Stay Travel If you're planning a quick trip to Athens and want to make the most of your time, this guide is perfect for you. Rather than trying to cram...

The Rise and Fall of Athens by PlutarchA collection of nine biographies that explore the rise and fall of ancient Athens, from its legendary founder Theseus to its eventual razing by Lysander...

Themistocles: A Leader Who Shaped Athens' Victory in the Persian Wars. This biography explores the life and career of Themistocles, a key figure in Athenian history who played a crucial role in the...

Status in Classical Athens by Deborah E Kamen offers a fresh perspective on the social structure of ancient Athens. Contrary to the commonly accepted view of three neatly defined status groups, this...

The life and legacy of Pericles, the legendary "first citizen of Athens", is re-examined in this compelling critical biography. Vincent Azoulay investigates the complex relationship between Pericles...

Athens and Athenian Democracy offers a distinctive perspective on classical Athens and its democratic institutions. By examining settlement archaeology and art history, Robin Osborne sheds new light...

Socrates Against Athens: A Philosophical Trial in Ancient Greece James Colaiaco explores the complex collision between philosophy and politics in ancient Athens, as embodied by Socrates' infamous...

Timon of Athens is a complex exploration of a corrupt society, where wealth and greed are pervasive. In this edition, Karl Klein presents a nuanced view of the play's protagonist, who is not a tragic...

The ancient Athenian legal system offers a unique glimpse into democracy and social life in Classical Athens. This collection of surviving speeches from Athenian trials sheds light on key aspects of...

At the heart of Romania's tumultuous 1940s was the Athene Palace hotel in Bucharest, a cosmopolitan hub where diplomats, spies, and Nazi officers mingled. R.G. Waldeck, a German Jew and Newsweek...

Athens and Attica: History and Archaeology presents a comprehensive overview of the city-state's development from its prehistoric roots to the 3rd/4th century AD. This in-depth exploration combines...

Pericles' Athens: A Period of Great Change In the second and third quarters of the fifth century BC, Athens experienced significant cultural and political developments. Pericles, the leading figure...

Plato of Athens: A Life in Philosophy Robin Waterfield presents a judicious and engaging biography of one of the most important philosophers in Western history. Born into a well-to-do family in...

A luxurious summer holiday in Athens turns into a thrilling adventure for Alex and his friend Dinu. After a rooftop banquet, they fall ill and are told not to eat for 48 hours. When they recover,...

Athens is Burning tells the story of the pivotal days that shaped the ancient world through the eyes of those who lived it. A tale of courage, betrayal and tormented love unfolds as the Athenians...

Athens: A History of the World's First Democracy The story of Athens' first democracy is one of radical change and enduring influence. Born out of revolutionary movements in ancient Greece, this...

The Gates of Athens Book One in the Athenian series by Conn Iggulden In the 5th century BC, the Persian Empire, under the rule of King Darius the Great, sets its sights on the city-state of Athens...

The Athens Atrocities by Alexander Arrowsmith is a historical crime novel set in ancient Greece. After the death of his son, Polydektos falls into a life of debauchery, but when he returns to his...

Themistocles: A Leader of Unconventional Politics This biography explores the complex and intriguing life of Themistocles, a key figure in ancient Greek history. Before his famous victories against...

The Decline and Fall of the Athens of West Africa by Akibo Robinson explores the rich history of Sierra Leone, a country that has been credited as the "Athens of West Africa". This title is derived...

Democracy in Classical Athens explores the development and operation of the political system of ancient Athens, tracing its underlying principles and assessing criticisms from ancient and modern...

The Reign of the Phallus: Sexual Politics in Ancient Athens By Eva C. Keuls In ancient Athens, the phallus was omnipresent, appearing in art, architecture, and everyday life. This book explores how...

Aristotle's political writings are presented in this single volume, providing a comprehensive understanding of his work as a political scientist. A revised and extended introduction accompanies the...

The Stones of Athens by Richard Ernest Wycherley This book offers a unique perspective on ancient Athens, exploring how its monuments were shaped by the people who lived there. By examining...

The Law in Classical Athens by Douglas Maurice MacDowell provides an in-depth examination of the legal system in ancient Greece. This study explores the development and evolution of law in Athens,...

The Rise of Athens: A Story of Genius and Ambition Anthony Everitt's fascinating account explores how a small city-state gave birth to towering geniuses across various fields, creating one of...

Women in Classical Athens by Sue Blundell explores two levels of feminine experience in ancient Greece. The book examines the interplay between women's religious prominence and domestic obscurity, as...

Democracy and Knowledge: How Ancient Athens Explains the Power of Democratic Government. Josiah Ober examines how ancient Athens's unique approach to democratic government contributed to its...

DK Eyewitness Top 10 Athens is the perfect companion for your trip to Greece's vibrant capital. With its easy-to-use format, this guide provides a concise and practical overview of Athens's top...

The Psychology of the Athenian Hoplite: Understanding the Culture of Combat in Classical Athens. In ancient Athens, the hoplite was a warrior who embodied the city-state's values of courage and civic...

The Oxford Shakespeare: Timon of Athens by William Shakespeare offers a new, modern-spelling text collated from all existing printings. This edition features on-page commentary and notes that explain...

Rick Steves Pocket Athens is your comprehensive guide to making the most of every day and dollar in Athens. With five detailed tours and walks, you'll explore the city's essential sights, including...

A comprehensive introduction to ancient Athens, this Companion explores the city's topography and monuments, inhabitants and cultural institutions, religious rituals and politics. Chapters link the...

The Philosophical Stage Drama and Dialectic in Classical Athens by Joshua Billings A fresh perspective on ancient Greek literature and thought, this book reimagines drama as a key to understanding...

Athens, Still Remains by Jacques Derrida is an extended commentary on a series of photographs of contemporary Athens. In this work, Derrida develops his ideas in several unexpected directions,...

The Life of Alcibiades: The Idol of AthensA fascinating biography of one of ancient Greece's most charismatic and controversial figures, Alcibiades was a brilliant Athenian general and politician...

Remapping 'Crisis' A Guide to Athens explores the social dimension of crisis in Greece. This collection provides a new perspective on the impact of economic and political upheaval, examining the rise...

Timon of Athens is a tragicomedy that explores the complexities of power, greed, and loyalty betrayed. When a wealthy Athenian gentleman squanders his fortune with generous gifts to friends, he...

City of Sokrates: An Introduction to Classical Athens by John Willoby Roberts explores the main features of Athenian life in the latter half of the fifth century BC. This includes aspects such as...

Classical Athens and the Delphic Oracle explores the significance of the Oracle of Apollo at Delphi in ancient Athenian society. From c. 500 to 300 BC, the use of the oracle played a crucial role in...

Pericles of Athens and the Birth of Democracy is a 20th-century history of Athenian democracy, exploring one of history's greatest subjects. The book offers an incisive portrait of Pericles set...

The Invention of Athens: The Funeral Oration in the Classical City By Nicole Loraux In ancient Greece, the funeral oration played a significant role in shaping the city's identity and values. This...

Classical Athens was a city that left an indelible mark on Western culture. This comprehensive introduction to its history, society, and values provides a rich understanding of this pivotal moment in...

The Legal Speeches of Democratic Athens provides a unique insight into the law and oratory of ancient Athens. This collection features translations of speeches that are new to this volume, ensuring a...

Discover the fascinating world of Athens with this engaging and informative book. Everything You Should Know About Athens Faster Learning Facts is a fun and interactive guide that answers questions...

Athens After Empire: A History from Alexander the Great to the Emperor Hadrian by Ian Worthington. The image of ancient Athens is often one of a Classical city, with its monuments and bustling Agora...

Building Democracy in Late Archaic Athens explores how the city's transformation from tyranny to democracy was reflected in its built environment. Between 514/13 and 480/79 B.C.E., the Athenians...

Athens - The Truth by David Cade is a unique exploration of the city's modern landscape. Written in an accessible style, this book delves into the heart of Athens, examining its history, daily life,...

Controlling the State: Constitutionalism from Ancient Athens to TodayThis book explores the development of constitutionalism, a system in which power is distributed among multiple branches of...

Danielle Allen's groundbreaking study explores the complex and multifaceted world of punishment in ancient Athens. By examining the cultural context of punishment, she reveals how this practice...

Explore the cinematic landscapes of Athens, Greece in this filmic guidebook. World Film Locations: Athens takes readers to iconic locations within the city's central historical district, as well as...

Killing Eratosthenes: A True Crime Story from Ancient AthensThis true crime story takes place in ancient Athens over 2,500 years ago. Euphiletus, the defendant, freely admitted to killing...

Alcibiades: A Life of Turmoil and Power. David Stuttard's biography of Alcibiades, one of ancient Athens' most dazzling figures, is a gripping account of the Peloponnesian War and its aftermath. Born...

Democracy in Crisis: Lessons from Ancient AthensThis book explores the challenges facing liberal democracies today and how to address them by looking back at the world's first democratic government,...

Lycurgan Athens and the Making of Classical TragedyThis groundbreaking study argues that the Athenians themselves invented the concept of 'classical' tragedy in the late 4th century BC. During this...

Tokens in Classical Athens and Beyond by M. E. Gkikaki explores the significance of tokens, also known as symbola, in ancient Athenian society. This collection of essays brings together scholars from...

Discover the authentic heart of Athens with this insider's guide to the city's hidden gems. Featuring 111 unique and fascinating places, this book takes you off the beaten track to explore the city's...

The Horsemen of Athens provides a comprehensive history of the Athenian cavalry from the Archaic period through the Hellenistic age. This narrative is integrated with a detailed analysis of the...

Timon of Athens Third SeriesThis edition presents a new perspective on Shakespeare's play, exploring its complex collaboration with Thomas Middleton and shedding light on the authorship debate. With...

The Panathenaic Festival and the Poetics of Homer's Epic Poetry. In classical Athens, the festival of the Panathenaia was celebrated every summer to honor the city's patron goddess, Athena. During...

Fear and Loathing in Ancient Athens: A New Approach to Greek Religion. Athens during the Peloponnesian War was a city torn between politics and religion, and this book sheds new light on that...

The Plague of War: Athens, Sparta, and the Struggle for Ancient Greece Jennifer Roberts' comprehensive history explores the devastating conflict between Athens and Sparta from 431 BC to 371 BC. This...

Athens in Jerusalem explores how Jewish modernisers drew upon Hellenistic traditions as a model for revitalising their culture. Greek and Hellenistic concepts have become integral to Jewish identity,...

A veteran detective in Athens uncovers a complex web of murder and corruption when two Albanian bodies are found in their home. Inspector Costas Haritos is initially skeptical, but Janna Karayoryi's...

Aeschylus' groundbreaking trilogy reimagined for modern readers. The Oresteia is a saga of split loyalties, bloody sacrifice, and the efforts to bring peace after generations of strife. It tells the...

Steven Johnstone explores how disputes were resolved in ancient Athens, revealing the key role that law played in shaping the city's democratic system.Athenian citizens acted as both accusers and...

The Peloponnesian War: A Savage Conflict in Ancient Greece Donald Kagan's masterful study brings to life one of history's most pivotal and bloody conflicts, the war between oligarchic Sparta and...

John Wesley's spiritual experience holds profound philosophical significance. Premier scholar William Abraham explores this insight in Aldersgate and Athens, bringing Wesley's works into conversation...

The Art of Running From Marathon to Athens on Winged Feet by Andrea Marcolongo is a fresh and accessible exploration of the wisdom of ancient Greece and Rome.This book offers a unique perspective on...

The power of judicial review in ancient Athens has been a subject of interest for centuries. In "Control of the Laws in the Ancient Democracy at Athens", Edwin Carawan reassesses the accumulated...

Discover the authentic side of Athens with this insider's guide to Greece. Written by Eleni Panagiotopoulou, a local expert, Greater Than a Tourist - Athens, Greece offers practical travel tips and...

The Feminine Matrix of Sex and Gender in Classical Athens by Kate Gilhuly In this thought-provoking study, Kate Gilhuly explores the complex relationships between women's roles in Athenian literature...

Thisus & the Minotaur: Hero & King of Athens by Jill DudleyA thought-provoking exploration of identity and leadership, this book delves into the complexities of human nature through the story of...

Rebecca Seal and John Vincent present a collection of recipes designed to support gut health and boost the immune system. With over 100 simple and colourful recipes, this book offers a fresh approach...

Explore the beauty and history of Greece with this comprehensive guide to the Greek Islands & Athens. With detailed itineraries for different budgets and activities, you can plan your trip to the...

The Games and Sanctuaries in Ancient Greece: Olympia, Delphoi, Isthmia, Nemea, Athens by Panos Valavanis. This second edition brings together the latest research on the panhellenic sanctuaries and...

Victoria Hislop's latest novel explores the complex world of cultural treasures and the people who collect them. At its heart is the enigmatic Cycladic figurine, a Bronze Age statuette that has...

Discover the Best of Greece with This Essential Travel Guide Greece is a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be had. With this comprehensive travel guide, you'll get the inside scoop on Athens,...

Drama, Oratory and Thucydides in Fifth-Century Athens: Teaching Imperial Lessons by Sophie Mills offers a fascinating insight into Athenian self-representation. This study explores the contradiction...

The Hemlock Cup: Socrates, Athens and the Search for the Good Life by Bettany Hughes. For over two centuries, Socrates' thoughts have shaped Western philosophy. Yet, despite his profound impact, he...

Epidemics: Hate and Compassion from the Plague of Athens to AIDS challenges a long-held assumption about the impact of epidemics on society. For centuries, it has been believed that epidemics provoke...

Discover the essence of mainland Greece with this comprehensive travel guide. From the iconic Parthenon in Athens to the vibrant streets of Thessaloniki, explore the country's rich history, culture,...

This compact guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking essential information about Athens. Covering key places, main attractions, and a short list of hotel and restaurant recommendations, it's the...

Writing Greek: An Introduction to Writing in the Language of Classical Athens This comprehensive guide is designed to help you get started with writing in Greek. Part 1 introduces the basic elements...

Ascending and Descending the Acropolis: Mobility in Athenian Religion offers new insights into religious movements within the region of Attica in Greece from the Late Bronze Age to the second century...

Athens Burning: The Persian Invasion of Greece and the Evacuation of Attica by Robert Garland explores one of the central events in ancient Greek history. In 480-479 BC, tens of thousands of...

Athens, Etruria, and the Many Lives of Greek Figured Pottery by Sheramy D. Bundrick offers a fresh perspective on the art and trade of ancient Greek pottery. Traditionally, studies have focused on...

Cool Town: How Athens, Georgia, Launched Alternative Music and Changed American CultureIn the summer of 1978, the B-52's burst onto the New York underground scene, followed by their self-titled debut...

When Democracy Breaks: Studies in Democratic Erosion and Collapse, from Ancient Athens to the Present DayThis collection of essays explores eleven episodes of democratic breakdown across history,...

Grief Made Marble Funerary Sculpture in Classical Athens by Seth Estrin is a groundbreaking study that explores the emotional impact of ancient Greek funerary sculpture. By examining the role of...