Hellenic Conceptions Of Peace

By Wallace Everett Caldwell

Book Overview

Hellenic Conceptions of Peace by Wallace E. Caldwell is a scholarly exploration of the ancient Greek understanding of peace. The book delves into the philosophical, political, and cultural aspects of peace in ancient Greece, examining the works of thinkers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Thucydides. Caldwell argues that the Greeks had a unique conception of peace, one that was not just the absence of war but a state of harmony and balance between individuals, communities, and the natural world. He explores the role of religion, mythology, and ritual in shaping this conception, as well as the influence of Greek ideas on later Western conceptions of peace. The book is aimed at scholars and students of ancient Greek history and philosophy, as well as those interested in the history of peace and conflict resolution. It provides a nuanced and detailed analysis of a complex and important topic, shedding new light on the ways in which the Greeks understood and pursued peace in their own time and in the wider world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163259055
• ISBN13: 9781163259054
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"