Primitive Athens as Described by Thucydides

Originally published in 1906, this book by celebrated Classicist Jane Ellen Harrison reviews Thucydides' account of Classical Athens.

Jane Ellen Harrison (Author)

9781107644243, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 22 May 2014

186 pages
21.6 x 14 x 1.1 cm, 0.24 kg

Originally published in 1906, this book by celebrated Classicist Jane Ellen Harrison (1850–1928) reviews Thucydides' account of Classical Athens in the light of contemporary excavations made in the city. The text is illustrated with photographs and drawings of the archaeological findings, and alternative opinions on the city's ancient structure are also considered. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Athens, Classical archaeology or the history of Classical scholarship.

Introductory
1. The ancient city, its character and limits
2. The sanctuaries in the citadel
3. The sanctuaries outside the citadel
4. The spring Kallirrhoë-Enneakrounos 'near' the citadel
Conclusion
Critical note
Bibliography
General index
Index of classical authors.

Subject Areas: Ancient history: to c 500 CE [HBLA]