{"title":"Matthew Simonton","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatthew Simonton's works delve into the intricate workings of historical political systems, with a particular focus on ancient democracies and their societal impact. His writing combines rigorous research with clear analysis, making complex history accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful explorations of governance, military affairs, and the cultural dynamics that shaped pivotal moments in history. Simonton's books invite reflection on the legacy of past political structures and their relevance to contemporary discussions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ancient-greek-democracies-by-matthew-simonton-9781108844543","title":"Ancient Greek Democracies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassical Athenian democracy is rightly famous, but democracy flourished in other parts of the Greek world as well. In this clear and fascinating book, \u003cem\u003eAncient Greek Democracies\u003c\/em\u003e, Matthew Simonton traces the emergence, growth, consolidation, and decline of democratic city-states over the millennium down to the fifth century CE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe argues for the widespread and highly participatory nature of democratic constitutions across the Greek world, particularly in the fourth, third, and second centuries BCE. Readers will also learn to appreciate the characteristic ideological, institutional, and material-cultural features of democratic \u003cem\u003epoleis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe evidence marshaled includes literary texts, inscriptions, coins, archaeological remains, and monumental art. The book does not shy away from the fact that ancient Greek democracies both empowered lower-class men and rested on a series of exclusions (of women, enslaved people, and foreigners). Nevertheless, \u003cem\u003edēmokratia\u003c\/em\u003e emerges as a major facet of ancient Greek culture and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47933758046444,"sku":"9781108844543","price":267.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781108844543-ancient-greek-democracies.jpg?v=1783880294"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/matthew-simonton.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}