Cohen, Edward E.
The Athenian Nation
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691094908
- author:
- Cohen, Edward E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2002
- Pages:
- 250
- Dimensions:
- 23.88 x 15.49 x 1.75 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Ancient, Greece
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Athenian Nation challenges traditional views of ancient Athens as a polis by exploring its identity as a nation. Edward Cohen argues that economic, religious, and social dimensions were equally significant to political considerations in ancient Athens.
Through fresh analysis of legal, economic, and archaeological evidence, Cohen reveals the social complexity of Athens, including the power exercised by non-citizen slaves and the broad protections against sexual abuse. He also examines the role of businesswomen, erotic relations, and religious activities in shaping Athenian society.
This book offers a nuanced understanding of ancient Athens, highlighting its demographic and geographic factors that contributed to personal anonymity and the creation of an "imagined community" with a unified economy and national myths.
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