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Empire is a captivating novel penned by the renowned author, Conn Iggulden. Published by Penguin Books Ltd (UK) in 2023, this book is a testament to Iggulden's mastery in storytelling. The genre of the book is such that it engrosses readers in its gripping narrative, taking them on a journey through its pages. The story of Empire is set in a world of intrigue, power, and ancient civilizations. Iggulden, with his unique writing style, transports readers into the heart of the Empire, introducing them to a cast of unforgettable characters and a plot that keeps them on the edge of their seats. This year, immerse yourself in the world of Empire and experience the magic of Conn Iggulden's storytelling. Published by Penguin Books Ltd (UK), this book is a must-have for all literature enthusiasts.

,Populismus' ist ein schillernder Begriff, für den in der Regel ein Antagonismus zwischen ,dem Volk' und einer wie auch immer gearteten ,Elite' als charakteristisch gilt. Angesichts des weltweit evidenten Erstarkens populistischer Tendenzen in den letzten Jahren liegt es nahe, danach zu fragen, ob es bereits im klassischen Athen und dann auch in den hellenistischen Poleis politische Strömungen gab, die als populistisch qualifizieren werden können, und, falls ja, wie sich diese manifestiert haben. Ist es das Erstarken von Eliten, das zu populistischen Gegenbewegungen führt? Welche Rolle spielten autoritäre Führungspersönlichkeiten, die geradezu ein Merkmal moderner populistischer Strömungen sind? Diese und weitere Fragen möchte der vorliegende Band im Dialog mit der Gegenwart und aktueller politikwissenschaftlicher Forschung erörtern. Dahinter steht die Überzeugung, dass die moderne Demokratieforschung vielfältige Analyseinstrumente für neue Einsichten in die antiken Phänomene zur Verfügung stellt und umgekehrt auch der virulente Populismus der Gegenwart durch die historische Perspektivierung besser verstanden werden kann.

"Offers intermediate Greek students a reliable, up-to-date introduction to Plato's most influential work. Plato's Greek is not difficult, but his ideas have generated considerable controversy. Book I serves as a dramatic introduction to them, with its memorable confrontation between Socrates and the sophist Thrasymachus over the nature of justice"--

English edition with Greek abstracts / Englische Ausgabe mit griechischen Abstracts Taking Action brings into focus the sustainable design of urban transformation and the preparation of densely-structured urban spaces for future challenges. How can climate change and spatial inequalities be tackled under crisis conditions and in view of limited spatial and other resources? How can we relate our ambitious and broadly defined goals to the reality of local conditions and everyday spaces? How can knowledge be translated into action? While basic spatial relations are currently being renegotiated in cities throughout Europe, it is in Athens that some of the most pressing urban problems have been crystallized in order to establish unique spaces of experimentation. Approaching these multi-dimensional questions from different perspectives, the authors seek to identify possible sites of intervention, suggest new models of transformation, and unleash the potential in urban landscapes as a means of stimulating positive urban change.

Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Marvel at the Acropolis raised spectacularly over Athens, follow in the footsteps of Socrates at the Agora and step into the Temple of Olympian Zeus- all with your trusted travel companion.

Theopompos was one of the leading comic playwrights of late fifth- and early fourth-century Athens, competing actively with the great Aristophanes and winning several victories. This volume presents the first complete translation and commentary on his surviving fragments. He participated in important trends during the transition from Old to Middle Comedy, including tragic and epic parody and an interest in the figure of the hetaira; among other gems, his fragments include the oldest extant reference to the philosopher Plato.