The book explores Sparta's role in the Mediterranean, highlighting how mythology played a crucial role in legitimizing its conquests and colonization during the archaic and Classical periods. This revised edition features a comprehensive new introduction, making it an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding Spartan culture and society.
Prominent historians explore Mediterranean paradigms to reinterpret Classical Mediterranean Antiquity, specifically Greece and Rome. This innovative approach not only sheds new light on the ancient world but also enhances its relevance to understanding other historical periods and contemporary issues. The book invites readers to reconsider the connections between the past and present, offering fresh insights into the significance of antiquity in today's context.
Ce livre explore le lien complexe entre la France et la Méditerranée à travers l'histoire. Il examine les transformations politiques, ethniques et culturelles de la France, tout en abordant des sujets tels que l'historiographie, la vie urbaine, les mouvements de population et la colonisation. Une analyse approfondie de leur interconnexion historique.