Lives of Greek Statesmen, Solon--Themistokles

By George W. Cox

Book Overview

The book ""Lives of Greek Statesmen: Solon to Themistokles"" is written by George W. Cox and provides a comprehensive account of the lives of important Greek statesmen from the time of Solon to Themistokles. The book covers the period of Greek history from the 7th to the 5th century BCE and explores the political, social, and cultural context of this era. The author delves into the lives of key figures such as Solon, who is credited with laying the foundation for democracy in Athens, and Themistokles, who played a significant role in the Persian Wars. The book also sheds light on the political ideologies, policies, and achievements of other important Greek statesmen, including Lycurgus, Peisistratos, and Cleisthenes. Throughout the book, Cox provides a detailed analysis of the political and social structures of the Greek city-states, including the role of the aristocracy, the emergence of democracy, and the importance of military power. The book also explores the cultural achievements of the Greeks, including their contributions to philosophy, literature, and the arts. Overall, ""Lives of Greek Statesmen: Solon to Themistokles"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Greek history and the evolution of political and social structures in ancient Greece. The book provides a fascinating insight into the lives of some of the most important figures in Greek history and offers a nuanced understanding of the political, social, and cultural context of this era.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: 1432522272
• ISBN13: 9781432522278
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"