A Companion to Greek and Roman Political Thought

Comprises 34 essays from leading scholars in history classics philosophy andpolitical science to illuminate Greek and Roman political thought in all itsdiversit... » 

Comprises 34 essays from leading scholars in history classics philosophy andpolitical science to illuminate Greek and Roman political thought in all itsdiversity and depth. Offers a broad survey of ancient political thought fromArchaic Greece through Late Antiquity Approaches ancient political philosophyfrom both a normative and historical focus Examines Greek and Roman politicalthought within historical context and contemporary debate Explores the roleof ancient political thought in a range of philosophies such as the individualand community human rights religion and cosmopolitanism «