Robin Osborne Bücher

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Focusing on the classical city-state, the book offers a comprehensive analysis that encompasses both urban and rural aspects of a polis. It explores the interconnectedness of the countryside and the city, providing a holistic view of the social, political, and economic dynamics that define these ancient communities.

This work offers an updated exploration of the Ancient Near East, incorporating fresh insights on gender and sexuality. It reflects the latest scholarship, providing a nuanced understanding of the cultural and social dynamics of the time. The inclusion of new material enhances the discussion, making it a valuable resource for those interested in ancient civilizations and their complexities.

Explores the art of ancient Greece and its relationship to the world in which it was produced.

Greek History: The Basics is a concise introduction to the study of Ancient Greece from the end of the Bronze Age (c. 1200BC) to the Hellenistic era. With a chapter on each key period of Greece's ancient history, the book covers all of the central topics, approaches and issues including: The invention of politics and the rise of democracy The central role played by the Greek city The insights gleaned from cultural, political, demographic and economic history The possibilities and problems of working with different types of sources Featuring maps, timelines, annotated guides to further reading and chapter summaries, this book is an ideal introduction for all students of Greek history.

Combining rigorous scholarship with engaging prose, the book presents a unique blend of theoretical frameworks and empirical analysis. Its persuasive narrative captivates readers while offering original insights, making complex ideas accessible and compelling.

Focusing on archaeological and art historical evidence, this book presents a unique perspective on classical Athens. It delves into the cultural, social, and artistic elements that shaped the city, offering insights that challenge traditional narratives. By integrating various forms of evidence, it aims to reconstruct a more nuanced understanding of Athenian life and its historical significance.

Exposes the distortions systematically introduced by historians through relying on texts without looking at what was and was not written on the body. It shows that in classical Athens, on the basis of visual evidence, the categories advertised in texts do not match those which could be operated in life.

Poutavá kniha jedinečným způsobem přiblíží čtenáři klasické řecké období let 500 až 323 př. n. l., kdy se zrodilo vše, co považujeme za typické pro antiku. Čtivý text nepředkládá jen suchá fakta a události, naopak, poznáme tehdejší dobu ze všech stránek - dozvíme se, co bylo na počátku v nejstarších mýtických časech, jak fungovala řecká ekonomika, čím žila města, jak se válčilo a proč, jak vypadala dobová politika a řecká demokracie, i čím žil obyčejný člověk, jak se šatil, co jedl, jaké měl nemoci, v čem bydlel, čím trávil volný čas a jaký měl sexuální život. Kromě toho kniha samozřejmě popisuje i dějinné události, které hýbaly tehdejším světem, od válek s Persií až po neuvěřitelně úspěšné tažení Alexandra Makedonského. Vše doplňuje praktická přehledná chronologická tabulka událostí a slovníček důležitých dobových pojmů a historických osobností.