In this insightful study, Botsford traces the evolution of the political structure of Athens from the Dark Ages to the fourth century BCE. Drawing on a wide range of historical sources, he examines the role of the Athenian aristocracy, the development of democratic institutions, and the emergence of the Athenian empire, providing a nuanced and deeply informed analysis of one of the most important political systems in the ancient world.

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