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In the first century BCE, Greek intellectuals had to come to terms with the stability of Roman power. Many of them were active in Rome, which became the cultural centre of the Greek world; others were connected with Roman patrons. Their work became important for the emergence of Greek identity in the Roman Empire. Bringing together an international group of leading Classical scholars, this volume represents the first attempt at a comprehensive study of Greek cultural identity in the first century: how did the Romans influence the Greeks view(s) of themselves and of their classical heritage? How did the Greeks interpret the Romans and their role in the world? Covering such different genres as historiography, literary criticism, the novel, and epigram, as well as archaeological material, the contributions explore the intellectual diversity of one of the most significant periods in history and situate the authors active under Augustus within their broader intellectual-historical context.

The Story of Atlantis W. Scott-Elliot - FROM the time of the Greeks and the Romans onwards, volumes have been written about the peoples who in their turn have filled the stage of history. Their political institutions, religious beliefs, social and domestic manners and customs have all been analyzed and catalogued, and countless works in many languages record for the march of human progress. But little is known of the hundreds of thousands of years which elapsed from the time when the earliest humans started populating the Earth to the time of the Greeks and Romans - a time which bore witness to the rise and fall of innumerable civilizations, but especially to the most fabled ancient civilization of them all Atlantis. This book by W. Scott-Elliot attempts to do exactly this.Any record of the worlds progress during the period of the Atlantean race must embrace the history of many nations and register the rise and fall of many civilizations. While it records the rise and the glory it must also record the decadence and ultimate demise of the Atlantean civilization as a whole. But above all, it should also trace any effects that this once great civilization still has on us in the 21st Century.Since the Atlantean craze was started in the late 19th C., many expeditions, searches and surveys have been conducted to find the remains of the fabled Atlantean civilization. To date all have been judged inconclusive.But what is it that keeps the Atlantean legend alive and in our consciousness? Could it be that the human race has a residual memory of this once great civilization? While our knowledge and libraries have grown enormously since the 1890s with vastly improved access, it would be a foolish person that states unequivocally that Atlantis doesnt exist or never existed at all; for to say so would be like believing the medieval Churchs claim that world was the centre of the universe. In mankinds mind it was, until it was proven it wasnt.

Ancient literature abounds with portrayals of and reflections on sensory experience, yet there has been no systematic study of its more extreme and marginal phenomena, be it a loss of the senses or their overstimulation. This volume on Graeco-Roman perceptions of sensory experience therefore investigates the aspect of the extreme from multiple angles, encompassing philosophical, social, and literary perspectives. The contributions analyse texts spanning from the Greek Classical period to Roman Late Antiquity and from epigram to epic. They investigate both textual strategies of evoking sensory experiences that were considered extreme by certain agents or groups and the discourses that evolved around them in their socio-cultural context. The volume thereby adds to the flourishing field of sensory studies within Classics by mapping out the sensory extreme and exploring its interrelation with affect and emotion.

The Republic Plato - Platos The Republic is widely acknowledged as the cornerstone of Western philosophy.Presented in the form of a dialogue between Socrates and three different interlocutors, it is an inquiry into the notion of a perfect community and the ideal individual within it. During the conversation other questions are raised: what is goodness; what is reality; what is knowledge?The work contemplates the duality inherent in life: the reality we perceive through our senses and the truth we can gain through the world of ideas. Although Plato is largely concerned with the definition of justice, the city-state and the just man, he also discusses a range of topics: social, moral, educational and psychological. Considered to be one of the bedrocks of Greek philosophy, Republic has had immeasurable impact on Western thought through the ages.This book is a necessary read for students of philosophy, political and social sciences and law.

In seiner Schrift vom Staat der Athener hat Aristoteles uns den Vertrag uberliefert, durch den nach dem unglucklichen Ausgang des Peloponnesischen Krieges und den ihn begleitenden inneren Unruhen in Athen die beiden Parteiungen der Burgerkriegswirren (Demokraten und Oligarchen) im Jahre 403 zu einem friedlichen Ausgleich zu kommen suchten. Der Autor hat diesen wichtigen Vertrag unter Heranziehung auch anderer Quellen, insbesondere der attischen Redner, erstmals ausfuhrlich kommentiert. Nicht nur die politische Geschichte, vor allem auch die athenische Rechtsgeschichte ist durch diesen Kommentar auergewohnlich bereictert worden.

The Real Story of Rome is a compelling anthology that encapsulates the breadth and depth of Roman historiography. The works in this edition were not written by modern historians separated by millenniums from the intrigues in Roman forum and the field of battles with strange tribes and ruthless barbarians. These works were all written by the citizens of the empire - by generals who knew all too well the smell of blood on the battlefield and sense of adrenalin of a triumph held in their honor; by the politicians who knew all intricacies of manipulation and deception and walked the fine line between conspiracy and loyalty; by administrators who knew personally the emperors whose characters they were describing; and by the scientists and philosophers who wanted to enrich their compatriots with wisdom and true knowledge of the world. These are invaluable works, based on prime sources and reports on current events. They are the books who ignited our never-ending fascination with this ancient civilization - their customs, their culture and their convictions. The Roman way of thinking represents the most sensible and calculated part of us, as well as the most ruthless and ambitious part of us. The collection includes:The History of Rome (Livy)The Annals (Tacitus)The Histories (Tacitus)The Germany & Agricola (Cornelius Tacitus)The Roman History (Ammianus Marcellinus)The Twelve Caesars (Suetonius)Lives of the Noble Grecians and Romans (Plutarch)The Histories of Polybius (Polybius)The History of the Conspiracy of Catiline & The Jurgurthine War (Sallust)The Civil War (Julius Caesar)The Gallic War (Julius Caesar)The Antiquities of the Jews & The War of the Jews (Flavius Josephus)The Geography of Strabo (Strabo)

We proudly present this collection of classic self-help works on how to attract success and money in your life.CONTENTS:1. Napoleon Hill - Think and Grow Rich2. Benjamin Franklin - The Way to Wealth3. Charles F. Haanel - The Master Key System4. Florence Scovel Shinn - The Game of Life and How to Play it5. Wallace D. Wattles - How to Get What You Want6. Wallace D. Wattles - The Science of Getting Rich7. Wallace D. Wattles - The Science of Being Well8. Wallace D. Wattles - The Science of Being Great9. P.T. Barnum - The Art of Money Getting10. Dale Carnegie - The Art of Public Speaking11. James Allen - As A Man Thinketh12. James Allen - From Poverty to Power13. James Allen - Eight Pillars of Prosperity14. James Allen - Foundation Stones to Happiness and Success15. James Allen - Men and Systems16. James Allen - Above Lifes Turmoil17. James Allen - The Life Triumphant18. Lao Tzu - Tao Te Ching19. Khalil Gibran - The Prophet20. Orison Swett Marden & Abner Bayley - An Iron Will21. Orison Swett Marden - Ambition and Success22. Orison Swett Marden - The Victorious Attitude23. Orison Swett Marden - Architects of Fate; Or, Steps to Success and Power24. Orison Swett Marden - Pushing to the Front25. Orison Swett Marden - How to Succeed26. Orison Swett Marden - Cheerfulness As a Life Power27. Marcus Aurelius - Meditations28. Henry Thomas Hamblin - Within You is the Power29. William Crosbie Hunter - Dollars and Sense30. William Crosbie Hunter - Evening Round-Up31. Joseph Murphy - The Power of Your Subconscious Mind32. Ralph Waldo Emerson - Self-Reliance33. Ralph Waldo Emerson - Compensation34. Henry H. Brown - Concentration: The Road to Success35. Henry H. Brown - Dollars Want Me36. Russell H. Conwell - Acres of Diamonds37. Russell H. Conwell - The Key to Success38. Russell H. Conwell - What You Can Do With Your Will Power39. Russell H. Conwell - Every Man is Own University40. William Atkinson - The Art of Logical Thinking41. William Atkinson - The Psychology of Salesmanship42. B.F. Austin - How to Make Money43. H.A. Lewis - Hidden Treasure44. L.W. Rogers - Self-Development and the Way to Power45. Douglas Fairbanks - Laugh and Live46. Douglas Fairbanks - Making Life Worth While47. Sun Tzu - The Art of War48. Samuel Smiles - Character49. Samuel Smiles - Thrift50. Samuel Smiles - Self-Help

The Prince (1513) is by the Italian philosopher, politician, and writer Niccolo Machiavelli, and is regarded as his most important and influential work. Intended as a guide for the worlds rulers, it discusses the political atmosphere of 16th-century Italy and Europe while offering a worldwide analysis of the notion of power in general.Machiavelli details all the common features, problems, and ideas that characterise rulers from ancient to modern times, and offers radical suggestions. This is an important work about politics and power and remains hugely influential to this day.

This carefully crafted e-artnow ebook collection "The Poetical Works of John Skelton" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents:Of the death of the noble prince, Kynge Edwarde the ForthPoeta Skelton laureatus libellum suum metrice alloquiturTetrastichon ad Magistrum RukshawThe Bowge of CourtePhyllyp SparoweThe tunnyng of Elynour RummyngPoems against GarnescheAgainst venemous tonguesHow euery thing must haue a tymePrayer to the Father of HeauenTo the Seconde ParsonTo the Holy Gooste"Woffully araid,""Now synge we, as we were wont,""I, liber, et propera, regem tu pronus adora,"The maner of the world now a dayesWare the HaukeEpithaphe. A Deuoute Trentale for old John Clarke"Diligo rustincum cum portant,"Lamentatio urbis NorvicenIn Bedel, "Hanc volo transcribas,""Igitur quia sunt qui mala cuncta fremunt,""Salve plus decies quam sunt momenta dierum," Henrici Septimi EpitaphiumEulogium pro suorum temporum conditione, tantis principibus non indignumTetrastichon veritatisAgainst the ScottesVnto diuers people that remord this rymynge,Chorus de Dis contra ScottosChorus de Dis, &c. super triumphali victoria contra GallosVilitissimus Scotus Dundas allegat caudas contra AngligenasElegia in Margaret nuper comitiss de Derby funebre ministeriumWhy were ye Calliope embrawdred with letters of golde?Cur tibi contexta est aurea Calliope?The Boke of Three FoolesA replycacion agaynst certayne yong scolers abiured of lateMagnyfycence, a goodly interlude and a meryColyn ClouteSpeke, ParrotWhy come ye nat to CourteHowe the douty Duke of Albany, lyke a cowarde knyght, ran awaye shamfully,Poems attributed to Skelton:Verses presented to King Henry the Seventh at the feast of St. GeorgeThe Epitaffe of the moste noble and valyaunt Jaspar late Duke of BeddefordeElegy on King Henry the SeventhVox populi, vox DeiThe Image of Ipocrysy

The Pilgrims Progress from This World to That Which Is to Come is a Christian allegory written by John Bunyan and published in February, 1678. It is regarded as one of the most significant works of English literature, has been translated into more than 200 languages, and has never been out of print.

The famous Oxford Book of Ballads is a monumental anthology of poetry in 4 volumes, edited by Arthur Quiller-Couch.Contents:Thomas the RhymerTam LinSir CawlineSir AldingarCospatrickWillys LadyThe Queen of Elflands NouriceLady Isabel and the Elf-KnightThe Riddling KnightMay ColvinThe Wee Wee ManAlison GrossKemp OwyneThe Laily WormKing OrfeoKing HenryThe Boy and the MantleKing Arthur and King CornwallThe Marriage of Sir GawainBonnie AnnieBrown Robyns ConfessionThe Cruel MotherBinnorieThe Broomfield HillEarl Mars DaughterProud Lady MargaretClerk SaundersThe Daemon LoverClerk ColvenYoung HuntingThe Great Silkie of Sule SkerrieThe Wife of Ushers WellA Lyke-Wake DirgeThe Unquiet GraveBOOK II:Hynd HornHynd EtinErlintonEarl BrandThe Douglas TragedyGlasgerionKing EstmereFair AnnieThe Lass of LochroyanYoung BekieYoung BeichanChilde WatersChilde MauriceBrown AdamJellon GrameLittle Musgrave and Lady BarnardLord Ingram and Childe VyetFair JanetOld Robin of PortingaleLord Thomas and Fair AnnetRose the Red and White LilyLeesome BrandBabylonPrince RobertYoung AndrewThe Gay GoshawkWillies Lyke-WakeFair Margaret and Sweet WilliamThe Twa BrothersThe Cruel BrotherEdward, EdwardLord RandalThe Twa CorbiesThe Three RavensBOOK III:The Nut-Brown MaidFause FoodrageThe Fair Flower of NorthumberlandYoung JohnLady MaisryBonny Bee HomSir Patrick SpensThe Lord of LornEdom o GordonLamkinHugh of LincolnThe Heir of LinneFair Mary of WallingtonYoung WatersThe Queens MarieThe Outlaw MurrayGlenlogieLady ElspatJamie DouglasKatharine JohnstoneJohnie ArmstrongClyde WaterYoung BenjieAnnan WaterRare Willie Drowned in YarrowThe Duke of Gordons DaughterThe Bonny Earl of MurrayBonny George CampbellBOOK IV:JudasSt. Stephen and King HerodThe Maid and the PalmerThe FalconThe Cherry-Tree CarolThe Carnal and the CraneJolly WatI Saw Three ShipsThe Twelve Good JoysThe Angel GabrielThe Three KingsThe InnocentsDives and LazarusThe Holy WellThe Seven Virgins

e-artnow Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes" (Literally translated with notes) by Demosthenes. e-artnow Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every e-artnow book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. e-artnow hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

In Sabine Baring-Goulds The Most Curious Medieval Myths, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through some of the most intriguing myths and legends of the medieval period. Baring-Goulds extensive knowledge of folklore and history is on full display as he delves into the origins and meanings of these myths, providing a scholarly analysis that is both engaging and informative. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both academic scholars and general readers interested in the subject. Baring-Goulds use of primary sources and his attention to detail add depth and credibility to his examination of these timeless stories. The literary context of the book reflects Baring-Goulds background as a renowned folklorist and antiquarian, showcasing his passion for uncovering the hidden truths behind ancient myths and legends. His meticulous research and thoughtful interpretations make The Most Curious Medieval Myths a valuable contribution to the study of medieval folklore and culture. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in exploring the rich tapestry of myths that have captured the imagination of generations past.

Writing in ancient Egypt first appeared in the late 4th millennium BC during the late phase of predynastic Egypt. By the Old Kingdom, literary works included funerary texts, epistles and letters, hymns and poems, and commemorative autobiographical texts recounting the careers of prominent administrative officials. Ancient Egyptian literature has been preserved on a wide variety of media. This includes papyrus scrolls and packets, limestone or ceramic ostraca, wooden writing boards, monumental stone edifices and coffins. This book is intended to serve as an elementary introduction to the study of Egyptian Literature. Its object is to present a short series of specimens of Egyptian compositions, which represent all the great periods of literary activity in Egypt under the Pharaohs. Contents:The Pyramid TextsStories of Magicians who Lived under the Ancient EmpireThe Book of the DeadBooks of the Dead of the Grco-Roman PeriodThe Egyptian Story of the CreationLegends of the GodsHistorical LiteratureAutobiographical LiteratureTales of Travel and AdventureFairy TalesEgyptian Hymns to the GodsMoral and Philosophical LiteratureMiscellaneous LiteratureThe Book of the DeadPapyrus of AniHymn to the NileGreat Hymn to AtenHymn to Osiris-Sokar Tale of the Doomed PrinceThe Magic BookThe Dialogue of a Misanthrope with His Own SoulAncient Egyptian Love Poems

Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley was an English novelist, short story writer, dramatist, essayist, biographer, and travel writer, best known for her Gothic novel Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus (1818). She also edited and promoted the works of her husband, the Romantic poet and philosopher Percy Bysshe Shelley. Her father was the political philosopher William Godwin, and her mother was the philosopher and feminist Mary Wollstonecraft. After Wollstonecrafts death less than a month after her daughter Mary was born, Mary was raised by Godwin, who was able to provide his daughter with a rich, if informal, education, encouraging her to adhere to his own liberal political theories. When Mary was four, her father married a neighbour, with whom, as her stepmother, Mary came to have a troubled relationship.

The Letters of Pliny the Younger, also known as the Epistles of Pliny the Younger, have been studied for centuries, as they offer a unique and intimate glimpse into the daily life of Romans in the 1st century AD. Through his letters, the Roman writer and lawyer Pliny the Younger (whose full name was Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus) discusses philosophical and moral issues; but he also talks about everyday matters and topics related to his administrative duties. One of these letters, Letter 16 from Book VI, addressed to Tacitus, holds unparalleled historical value. In it, Pliny describes the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, which destroyed the city of Pompeii. Many scholars claim that with his letters, Pliny invented a new literary genre: the letter written not only to establish pleasant communication with peers but also to publish it later. Pliny compiled copies of every letter he wrote throughout his life and published those he considered the best in twelve books. This edition presents selected letters chosen for their various characteristics and covering several books, focusing mainly on Books I, II, and III. The work is part of the famous collection: 501 Books You Must Read.

In tracing the legacy of Achilles in connection with the Trojan war, this book follows the lines of Homers Iliad. The author gives a graphic picture of the stirring events in the ten years siege main-tained by the Greeks, under the leadership of Agamemnon, king of Mycenae, in their finally suc-cessful effort to redress the injury done to Menelaus, king of Sparta, whose wife, Helen, was carried off by Paris. The striking points in this thrilling narrative are the quarrel between Agamemnon and Achilles; the exploits of Hector, noblest character of them all; the human impersonations of the gods, who take part in the strife some on one side, some on the other; the death of Patroclus; the final reconciliation of Achilles and Agamemnon and the formers tremendous exploits; the death of Hector, and the touching interview with the aged Priam, who seeks to recover his body.

The Law, written by Frédéric Bastiat in 1850, is a foundational text in classical liberal and libertarian thought. In this concise yet powerful treatise, Bastiat argues that the proper purpose of law is to protect individual rightsspecifically life, liberty, and property. He warns against the perversion of law into a tool for "legal plunder," where the state violates these rights by redistributing wealth and enforcing social agendas under the guise of justice.With clarity and forceful logic, Bastiat defends limited government, voluntary exchange, and the moral foundation of a free society. He critiques socialism and interventionist policies, asserting that when the law goes beyond its legitimate function, it fosters injustice rather than curbing it.Since its publication, The Law has influenced generations of thinkers and remains a key work in discussions about personal freedom, economic liberty, and the role of the state. Bastiats unwavering commitment to individual rights and his accessible writing style have helped the text endure as a powerful argument for freedom rooted in natural law.Its lasting relevance lies in its timeless message: that the law must never become a weapon of oppression, but a safeguard of liberty. In a world still grappling with the balance between authority and freedom, The Law remains as urgent and compelling as ever.

This Work contains an active table of contents (HTML), which makes reading easier to make it more enjoyable. Translated into English Blank Verse by William Cowper.The Iliad is, together with the Odyssey, one of two ancient Greek epic poems traditionally attributed to Homer. The poem is commonly dated to the late 9th or to the 8th century BC, and many scholars believe it is the oldest extant work of literature in the ancient Greek language, making it one of the first works of ancient Greek literature. The existence of a single author for the poems is disputed as the poems themselves show evidence of a long oral tradition and hence, possible multiple authors

Immerse yourself in the epic worlds of heroism, adventure, and divine intervention with Homers masterpieces, "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey."In "The Iliad," experience the dramatic events of the Trojan War, where legendary heroes like Achilles and Hector clash in a tale of bravery, honor, and the wrath of the gods. Follow the intense battles, emotional conflicts, and the ultimate fate of Troy.In "The Odyssey," embark on the extraordinary journey of Odysseus as he battles mythical creatures, navigates treacherous waters, and encounters gods and mortals alike, all in his relentless quest to return home to Ithaca. This epic adventure explores themes of perseverance, cunning, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Experience the genius of Homer, the father of Western literature, as he weaves together stories that have captivated and inspired readers for millennia. These timeless epics blend thrilling action, rich character development, and profound themes that continue to resonate with audiences today.Notable Mentions:"Two of the greatest works of literature ever written." Classical Literature Review"A must-read for anyone passionate about epic tales and ancient history." Literary Enthusiast Join the heroes of "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey" in their epic quests. Click Buy Now to experience the timeless adventures and legendary tales of Homer today!