The Athenian Empire (1888)

The Athenian Empire, written by George William Cox and first published in 1888, is a historical account of Athens’ rise to power in ancient Greece. The book covers the period from the Persian Wars in the 5th century BCE to the Peloponnesian War in the 4th century BCE. Cox examines the political, economic, and military factors that led to Athens’ dominance over other city-states in the region. He explores the role of prominent figures such as Pericles, Themistocles, and Alcibiades in shaping Athenian policy and strategy. The book also delves into the social and cultural aspects of Athenian society, including the development of democracy, the arts, and philosophy. Cox provides detailed accounts of key events such as the Battle of Marathon, the construction of the Parthenon, and the trial of Socrates.Overall, The Athenian Empire offers a comprehensive and engaging overview of one of the most influential periods in ancient Greek history. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of classical studies, as well as anyone interested in the history of ancient Greece.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.