Primitive Athens as Described by Thucydides [Paperback]

Originally published in 1906, this book by celebrated Classicist Jane Ellen Harrison reviews Thucydides' account of Classical Athens.Originally published in 1906, this book by celebrated Classicist Jane Ellen Harrison reviews Thucydides' account of Classical Athens in the light of contemporary excavations made in the city. The text is illustrated with photographs and drawings of the archaeological findings, and alternative opinions on the city's ancient structure are also considered.Originally published in 1906, this book by celebrated Classicist Jane Ellen Harrison reviews Thucydides' account of Classical Athens in the light of contemporary excavations made in the city. The text is illustrated with photographs and drawings of the archaeological findings, and alternative opinions on the city's ancient structure are also considered.Originally published in 1906, this book by celebrated Classicist Jane Ellen Harrison (18501928) reviews Thucydides' account of Classical Athens in the light of contemporary excavations made in the city. The text is illustrated with photographs and drawings of the archaeological findings, and alternative opinions on the city's ancient structure are also considered. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Athens, Classical archaeology or the history of Classical scholarship.Introductory; 1. The ancient city, its character and limits; 2. The sanctuaries in the citadel; 3. The sanctuaries outside the citadel; 4. The spring Kallirrho?-Enneakrounos 'near' the citadel; Conclusion; Critical note; Bibliography; General index; Index of classical authors.