Ancient Greeks were xenophobic yet practiced hospitality, balancing fear of outsiders with cultural exchange and social cooperation.
Nicknamed 'The Olympian' because of his aloof manner, Pericles brought a new authority and stability to Athenian politics. It was a unique moment in Western history and at the center of it all was ...
In 472 BC, eight years after the defeat of the Persians at Salamis, the young Pericles, now in his late 20s, sponsored a major dramatic production for the festival of Dionysus. As well as providing ...
While Europeans derive their pride from institutions, economic stability, or political systems, Greeks are proud of their history.