24 Hours in Ancient Athens: A Day in the Life of the People Who Lived There

All About History offers a unique perspective on ancient Athens, allowing users to experience the city through the eyes of its citizens and witness the daily life, politics, and culture of the time.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 02 September 2021
Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd

Athens, 416 BC.

A fragile truce prevails. The city-states' political and military prowess are feared throughout the ancient world, pushing the boundaries of social, literary, and philosophical experimentation in an era of unparalleled genius density. Yet, even geniuses engage in everyday activities such as using the restroom, quarreling with their spouses, and socializing with friends.

During the course of a day, we meet 24 Athenians from various social strata, ranging from enslaved girls to councilmen, vase painters to naval commanders, housewives to hoplites. By spending an hour in their company, we gain a deeper understanding of what the real Athens was like. Each chapter represents an hour in the life of the ancient city, with a different character introduced in each chapter. Additionally, we get a glimpse into the daily lives of notable Athenians through the eyes of ordinary people as the city teeters on the brink of the catastrophic war that would bring its golden age to an end.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 152 x 204 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789293500