Carey, Christopher

Trials from Classical Athens

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ISBN 13:: 9780415618090
author:: Carey, Christopher
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Routledge
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2011
Pages:: 304
Dimensions:: 21.3 x 13.7 x 2 cm
Genre:: Business, Finance & Law, Law,
Condition:: New
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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 the system, including murder, assault, slander, property disputes, and more. With three new translations and explanatory notes, Trials from Classical Athens provides a comprehensive introduction to the Athenian legal system. The book includes a section on Athenian democracy, a glossary, and illustrations for the first time, making it an accessible resource for students of Ancient Greek history and those interested in law, social history, and oratory. A fundamental resource for understanding the values and social life of Classical Athens, Trials from Classical Athens remains a valuable study tool.

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