Ancient Greek Democracy: Readings and Sources

This book invites readers to join in a fresh and extensive investigation of one of Ancient Greeces greatest inventions: democratic government. Provides an accessible up-to-date survey of vital issues in Greek democracy. Covers democracys origins growth and essential nature. Raises questions of continuing interest. Combines ancient texts in translation and recent scholarly articles. Invites the reader into a process of historical investigation. Contains maps a glossary and an index.