The life of the great Athenian orator and statesman.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Pericles versus the Samians -- Born in a pivotal place and time -- Pericles vies for political power -- Periclean Athens's enormous ambitions -- Pericles promotes democracy and culture -- Troubles with family and friends -- Athens on the road to total war -- Pericles' war policy and demise -- Epilogue : the legacy of periclean Athens.
