Trials from Classical Athens
Author | : Christopher Carey |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 266 |
Release | : 1997 |
ISBN-10 | : 0415107601 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780415107600 |
Rating | : 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This comprehensive book will be a fundamental resource for students of Ancient Greek history and anyone interested in the law, social history and oratory of the Ancient Greek world.Trials from Classical Athens presents a selection of key forensic speeches with new translations and lucid explanatory notes, detailing the strengths and weaknesses of the arguments and a discussion of the legal issues raised. Carey offers a diverse repertory of legal case studies which deal with different aspects of Athenian law. The volume provides a unique and accessible introduction to the Athenian legal system and how the system reveals the values and social life of Classical Athens. This comprehensive book will be a fundamental resource for students of Ancient Greek history and anyone interested in the law, social history and oratory of the Ancient Greek world.