This book invites readers to join in a fresh and extensive investigation of one of Ancient Greece's greatest inventions: democratic government.
- Provides an accessible, up-to-date survey of vital issues in Greek democracy.
- Covers democracy's origins, growth and essential nature.
- Raises questions of continuing interest.
- Combines ancient texts in translation and recent scholarly articles.
- Invites the reader into a process of historical investigation.
- Contains maps, a glossary and an index.
