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Title: Athens: Its Rise and Fall, Book III
Note: Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Summary: "Athens: Its Rise and Fall, Book III" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book examines the significant events and figures that shaped ancient Athens, focusing on the period between the pivotal Battle of Marathon and the subsequent Persian conflicts. It likely delves into the character and popularity of key historical figures, such as Miltiades, Themistocles, and Aristides, as well as the sociopolitical dynamics that influenced Athenian democracy. The opening of the work introduces Miltiades, a prominent figure celebrated for his victory at the Battle of Marathon. Despite his earlier triumphs, Miltiades' subsequent naval expedition against Paros ends poorly, leading to his accusation of treason and eventual death. The text highlights how the character of influential leaders often influences the course of history, illustrating the complexities of popularity, power, and public perception in Athenian society. As the narrative unfolds, it sets the stage for the exploration of Athenian tragedy, detailing the rise of dramatists like Aeschylus, while also laying the groundwork for the rivalry between Themistocles and Aristides, which underscores the multifaceted nature of Athenian political life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
EBook No.: 6153
Published: Oct 20, 2006
Downloads: 59
Language: English
Subject: Athens (Greece) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Athens: Its Rise and Fall, Book III
Note: Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Summary: "Athens: Its Rise and Fall, Book III" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book examines the significant events and figures that shaped ancient Athens, focusing on the period between the pivotal Battle of Marathon and the subsequent Persian conflicts. It likely delves into the character and popularity of key historical figures, such as Miltiades, Themistocles, and Aristides, as well as the sociopolitical dynamics that influenced Athenian democracy. The opening of the work introduces Miltiades, a prominent figure celebrated for his victory at the Battle of Marathon. Despite his earlier triumphs, Miltiades' subsequent naval expedition against Paros ends poorly, leading to his accusation of treason and eventual death. The text highlights how the character of influential leaders often influences the course of history, illustrating the complexities of popularity, power, and public perception in Athenian society. As the narrative unfolds, it sets the stage for the exploration of Athenian tragedy, detailing the rise of dramatists like Aeschylus, while also laying the groundwork for the rivalry between Themistocles and Aristides, which underscores the multifaceted nature of Athenian political life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873
EBook No.: 6153
Published: Oct 20, 2006
Downloads: 59
Language: English
Subject: Athens (Greece) -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.