A Companion to Greek and Roman Political Thought (Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World)

Justice, virtue and citizenship were at the center of political life in ancient Greece and Rome and were frequently discussed by classical poets, historians and philosophers. This companion illuminates Greek and Roman political thought in all its range, diversity and depth. 34 essays provide stimulating discussions of classical political thought, ranging from the Archaic Greek epics to the final days of the Roman Empire and beyond, taking in theoretical and historical perspectives.