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What Made Classical Greece Special? Interview with Professor Josiah Ober

Tides of History

CHAPTER

Risk Management and Cultural Understanding in Classical Greece

The chapter explores the unique health and demographic situation in Classical Greece, highlighting good stature, diverse diets, and economic success. It delves into the Greek world's tolerance for risk-taking in setting up colonies and the significance of insurance as a symbol of sophisticated risk management. The conversation delves into reconciling modern analytical categories with ancient Greek perspectives and emphasizes understanding ancient cultures without imposing contemporary views.

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