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Sicily and the Making of the Greek Mediterranean

Tides of History

CHAPTER

The Origins of Greek Settlements

Migration was a perfect way of releasing the buildup of social pressure. Local bigwigs competed and even fought one another for prestige and power. What happened at Pithakusa wasn't exactly typical, but it wasn't atypical either. The stories that people tell, especially foundation stories, leave out far more than they include.

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