The Muse of History

The Ancient Greeks from the Enlightenment to the Present

Autor*innen

• Oswyn Murray

Parameter

• 624 Seiten
• 22 Lesestunden

• Geschichte
• Kunst & Kultur
• Philosophie
• Sozialwissenschaften
• Über Literatur

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Exploring the enduring influence of ancient Greek history, this work examines how interpretations have evolved over the last three centuries, reflecting contemporary societal changes, revolutions, and conflicts. It provides a fresh history of Greek historiography from the Enlightenment onward, highlighting often-overlooked historians and emphasizing the complexities of democracy and the intertwined nature of European heritage. The book also addresses the significance of Greek thought during totalitarian regimes and proposes future directions for studying Greek contributions within a global context.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Einband: Paperback