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Polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians (Spartans)

Polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians (Spartans)

著者： Xenophon
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Step into the captivating world of ancient Sparta, where the remarkable laws and institutions designed by Lycurgus molded citizens from childhood to adulthood. Much of what we know about this enigmatic society comes from Xenophon, an Athenian born in 431 B.C. A dedicated student of Socrates and a soldier who fought alongside the Spartans, Xenophon’s critical and often sardonic perspective on Athenian democracy was likely shaped by his own exile. After receiving land in Scillus from the Spartans, he spent years immersed in their culture before eventually moving to Corinth, where he died in 354 B.C. Join us as we unravel this intriguing historical narrative and explore the legacy of Spartan governance. - Summary by The introduction and Phil ChenevertCopyright Assorted Non Fiction 世界 政治・政府 政治学 社会科学 科学
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