ATLANTIS In the chapter “The Lost Land of Atlantis”, the prime written source about this civilization was registered by the Greek philosopher Plato on Timaeus and Critia; and his source was Solon, a distant relative (Athenian lawmaker and poet). Their description of Atlantis included the island’s politics and physically shown as a wealthy territory. Based on this, some scientists and followers decided to seek for more evidence that may unveil this city to the skeptic world. After the first recordings of Plato, in the 4th century BC, Theophrastus of Lesbos also included this mythical land in some of his work. Claudius Aelianus, a Roman writer of the 2nd century wrote on his book “On the Nature of Animals” an identical description of this place.
08 Fall 08 Fall The Persian Wars and the rise of the Athenian Empire The Persian Wars and the rise of the Athenian Empire Year 12 Ancient History Multi Modal Semester Three, 2012 Sarah MacKenzie Year 12 Ancient History Multi Modal Semester Three, 2012 Sarah MacKenzie The sixth Century BCE was characterized by an expanding Persian Empire surrounded by otherwise localised and isolated centres of power. Although a fear of a Persian invasion had the power to unite the disparate Greek city-states, the Persian Wars ironically resulted in an Athenian hegemony that was remarkably similar to the initial threat. The danger to Greek autonomy posed by Persian expansionism, was influential in establishing a consolidated, albeit temporary, Greek power in both policy and practice. Through such an association, the Greek city-states were able to withstand and eventually defeat the Persian menace. The consequential rise of the Athenian Empire, however, was simultaneous with the development of its increasingly autocratic and aggressive attitude.
Look at their behavior recorded in Thucydides and Plutarch, what do you think of their leadership of the Athenians. Thucydides: On Justice, Power, and Human Nature Plutarch: The Life of Nicias & The Life of Alcibiades Nicias and Alcibiades argue in front of the Athenian people over whether to undertake the expedition to Sicily in book VI. What is the position of Nicias and why? What is the position of Alcibiades? How does he justify it?
Aristotle’s Prime mover: A) Explain Aristotle`s concept of a Prime Mover [21] Aristotle was a Greek philosopher who lived around the time of 384 BC – 322 BC. He was a student of Plato’s; however, there are differences in their beliefs. He was also tutor of the Ruler of Macedon‘s son Alexander; who later became Alexander the Great, one of the most successful commanders in history. Along with Socrates and Plato, Aristotle was a major influence on western philosophy as it is today. One of the key differences between Plato and Aristotle’s philosophies are beliefs about the ‘creation of a form.’ Plato believed in a demiurge – a figure that shaped a form from matter that already existed, so not in itself a creator, but a force that molded a form into shape.
The Historical Criticism The Sand Reckoner by Gillian Bradshaw is a book that gives us a great view of the life and culture of the Greek in early times. Bradshaw’s book the Sand Reckoners main character is Archimedes, and Bradshaw creates a narrative that fits best with the accurate facts we know about him. Archimedes used mathematics and physics to create War Machines to help the Greece in war against Italy. Archimedes isn’t just known for his war machines but he also created another machine called the Water Snail. In his name the Water Snail is also known as the “Archimedes Snail”.
Athens, one of the strongest city-states, was known as the first democracy, and was ruled by the people(Lecture 10: the beginnings of democracy). Sparta, another leading city-state, was an oligarchy ruled by two kings, who were supported by twenty-eight members of what was known as the Gerousia(Greece: Spartan Society to the Battle of Leuctra 371BC). Persia, however, was a monarchy, or a nation governed by one man. (Persian Culture(700-332 BC). Another stark difference between the two great nations of the sixth century was the way in which they conducted their military excursions.
How did Alexander the Great’s conquests affect the history and culture of the Near and Middle East? Compare the lives and careers of Cyrus the Great of Persia and Emperor Ashoka of India. Who was the greater conqueror? Who do you consider did more for their people? Who do you think was the greater, better leader?
How Does The Author Compare Archaic Greek Style To Classical Greek Style? Archaic Greek style was the time period from the seventh century BC (around 650 BC). At this time, the Greeks were developing techniques and analyzing older civilization of Egypt and the near east. On the other hand, Classical Greek style was the time period from the Persian war till the end of the Peloponnesian war. The author Susan Woodford compares archaic Greek style and classical Greek style by explaining their history and showing their different sculptures.
HOW FAR DO THE PHYSICAL REMAINS OF THE “DARK AGES” IN GREECE ILLUMINATE THE SOCIETY IN WHICH THEY WERE CREATED? This essay will show how the physical remains of the Greek dark age can or cannot show how a society functioned and give an idea of the kind of people lived in that time. The essay will focus upon votive offerings, pottery grave markers and bronze figures, and the archaeological remains of buildings found in Nichorea and Lefkandi. Also how technological increase seen through comparison can give clues to the increase in trade and wealth within a society. The majority of evidence comes from grave goods in the form of votive offerings and pottery, such as those found at Kerameikos cemetery in Athens, and from settlements like Lefkandi on the island of Eubdea.
There had been a 10 year conflict from 457BC to 447BC between Athens and Sparta. This period has been given title of The First Peloponnesian War. The Peloponnesian War is seen as a continuation of this earlier war. Thucydides, seen as the most important source from the time and other sources such as Aristophanes and Plutarch, do not refer to this period as part of the Peloponnesian War. Thucydides refers to the Peloponnesian War as the “Twenty-Seven Year War” and refers to the First Peloponnesian War (as we call it) as the “Ten-Year War” meaning he sees them as separate wars.