The Greek Tradition in Republican Thought (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521024280)

Tracing the influence of ancient Greek sources on the development of republican theory in Europe and America, this book argues that an important tradition of republican thought, derived from the central texts of Greek moral and political philosophy, emerged in sixteenth century England. It contributed significantly to the ideological framework of the English Civil Wars and the American Revolution. Eric Nelson offers significant reinterpretations of several central texts of European political theory, as well as a radical reappraisal of ancient Roman historiography.

Author: Eric Nelson
ISBN-10: 0521024285
ISBN-13: 9780521024280
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 02/13/2006
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d