Perikles and His Circle Author:Anthony J. Podlecki This book traces Pericles' development from a somewhat hesitant, though left-leaning politician, to a mature statesman fully committed to expanding Athens' maritime empire and using the material benefits of that empire to improve the ordinary lives of Athenian citizens. Anthony J. Podlecki depicts Pericles actions and interactions with a large a... more »nd varied circle of friends, acquaintances, and political adversaries and demonstrates how his circle advised and influenced his development as a leader.« less