The History of the Manners and Customs of Ancient Greece, Volume 3 (of 3)
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St. John, James Augustus, 1795-1875
English
"The History of the Manners and Customs of Ancient Greece, Volume 3" by J. A. St. John is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the complex social structure of ancient Greece, with particular emphasis on the institution of slavery and its variations across different city-states. The book examines the origin...
and historical contexts of ancient Greek society. The opening of this volume introduces the topic of slavery, detailing its prevalence in ancient Greece and the various attitudes toward enslaved individuals across different city-states like Sparta and Athens. It reflects on the ambiguities of historical perspectives on slavery as societal norms, suggesting that while some saw it as a necessary institution, others recognized its injustices. The text illustrates the treatment of slaves, the role of slave labor within domestic and public spheres, and the legal rights afforded to them in certain areas, setting the foundation for deeper discussions in the ensuing chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Deborah Ramirez
2 weeks agoAfter spending time with this material, the polt twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I appreciate the effort put into this.
Joshua Rodriguez
3 months agoA fantastic discovery, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. I learned so much from this.
Patricia Smith
1 month agoI picked this up late one night and the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. A true masterpiece of its kind.
James Miller
1 week agoI was pleasantly surprised because the material builds progressively without overwhelming the reader. This deserves far more attention.
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Paul Nelson
2 months agoI’ve read many books on this subject, and the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. I appreciate the effort put into this.