An Essay On The National Character Of The Athenians (1860)

An Essay On The National Character Of The Athenians, written by John Brown Patterson and first published in 1860, is a detailed exploration of the social and cultural characteristics of the ancient Athenians. The book delves into the political, economic, and religious aspects of Athenian society, examining the factors that contributed to the development of their unique national character. Patterson analyzes the Athenians' love of freedom, their intellectual and artistic achievements, and their complex system of government, as well as their attitudes towards women and slaves. The book also discusses the impact of Athenian culture on the wider world, and the ways in which their legacy continues to influence modern society. With its insightful analysis and comprehensive coverage, An Essay On The National Character Of The Athenians remains a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.