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Alexander the Great: Soldier, Priest, and God. Interview with Professor Fred Naiden
Tides of History
Understanding Power Dynamics: Change Without Revolution
In a less advanced society like ancient Macedonia, marked by rudeness and a dependence on agriculture and pastoralism, social development mirrored a primitive stage akin to the Homeric period. The society lacked large urban centers, craftsmanship, and formal education, leading to a hierarchical structure similar to that of Agamemnon in classical epics. Despite the presence of power struggles, such as the assassination of kings often involving their companions, the changes in leadership typically stemmed from within the ruling family, emphasizing that political transitions occurred without a complete overthrow of the monarchy, but rather through a shift in power among the elites.
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