Fifth-Century Athens: A Time of War and Culture
The Pillars: Jerusalem, Athens, and the Western Mind
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Athens in the Peloponnesian War: Strategy, Catastrophe, and Cultural Resilience
This chapter examines the tumultuous period in Athens during the Peloponnesian War, focusing on military failures and political shifts. It highlights the city's cultural perseverance through intellectual advancements, even as power transitioned from democracy to oligarchy and back.
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