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The Spartans: An Epic History (HB)
The Spartans: An Epic History (HB)
hardback | English
Published:
8 November, 2002
hardback | English
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8 November, 2002
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This title attempts to deconstruct the image of the Spartans as mythical and unknown, to present them as they say themselves - as warrior heroes, living exemplars of the values of self-sacrifice, communal endeavour and achievement against all odds. Paul Cartledge examines the evolution of their ancient society and culture, one that was significantly masculine but that allowed women an unusually dominant and powerful role. The history of this people, whose ideas have attracted many societies over the centuries, is defined in this book.
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| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780752265230 |
| ISBN10 | 0752265237 |
| Number Of Pages | 288 |
| Item Weight | 598 g |
| Product Dimensions | 158 x 32 x 232 mm |
| Publisher / Reseller | Channel 4 Books |
| Format | hardback |
| Edition | Reprint |
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Paul Cartledge is a respected author and historian, as well as the world's leading expert on Sparta and the Spartans. He is Chairman of Classics at Cambridge University.