Social Life In Greece: From Homer To Menander (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163248799)

""Social Life in Greece: From Homer to Menander"" is a comprehensive book written by John Pentland Mahaffy, which explores the social and cultural aspects of ancient Greece. The book covers the period from the Homeric era to the time of Menander, a Greek playwright of the fourth century BC. Mahaffy delves into the daily life of the Greeks, including their customs, traditions, and social hierarchies. He examines their religious beliefs, the role of women in society, education, and the arts. The author also analyzes the political structure of ancient Greece, including the city-states, democracy, and the rule of law.The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Greek society, including the social and cultural changes that occurred during this period. Mahaffy draws on a range of sources, including literature, art, and archaeological evidence, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the social life of the ancient Greeks.Overall, ""Social Life in Greece: From Homer to Menander"" is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient Greek history and culture. Mahaffy's insightful analysis and engaging writing style make this book an enjoyable and informative read for scholars and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John Pentland Mahaffy
ISBN-10: 1163248797
ISBN-13: 9781163248799
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 474
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.95d