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Lineage and Legitimacy: The Power of Ancestral Myths in Leadership
This chapter explores how political leaders throughout history have claimed noble lineages to validate their authority, using examples from the Pentelidae dynasty of Lesbos and figures like Julius Caesar and Alexander the Great. It highlights the role of myth in shaping political legitimacy and public perception.
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