Everyday Life in Classical Athens - Hardcover

Webster, T. B. L

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0399200568 ISBN 13: 9780399200564

Publisher: B. T Batsford Ltd/ G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1969

Synopsis

Ranging over the whole Classical period (480-330 BC), from the Persian wars to the conquests of Alexander the Great, Professor Webster describes how the Athenians looked after their homes and brought up their families, what kind of work they did, and what part they played in public affairs. He emphasises the central place occupied by religion in their lives, and discusses some of the best-known Greek plays, also examining some outstanding examples of architecture, sculpture, vase-painting, art and literature. Originally published as Everyday Life in Classical Athens, and ranging over the entire Classical period (480-330 BC). Hardback in brown cloth, gilt, 8vo, pp192, including 99 illustrations.

Edition details

• Publisher: B. T Batsford Ltd/ G. P. Putnam's Sons
• Publication date: 1969
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0399200568
• ISBN 13: 9780399200564
• Binding: Hardcover