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Free Speech and Democracy in Ancient Athens
Free Speech and Democracy in Ancient Athens
Author: Arlene W. Saxonhouse
Free speech in the ancient democracy was not a protected right but an expression of the freedom from hierarchy, awe, reverence and shame. That freedom was challenged by the consequences of the rejection of shame (aidos) which had served as a cohesive force within the polity. Through readings of Socrates's trial, Greek tragedy and comedy, Thucydi...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780521819855
ISBN-10: 0521819857
Publication Date: 12/19/2005
Pages: 246
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Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Book Type: Hardcover
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