Publisher's Synopsis
""A Man of Athens"" is a historical novel written by Julia D. Dragoumis and originally published in 1916. The story is set in ancient Athens and follows the life of a man named Aristides, who is a respected statesman and military leader. Aristides is known for his honesty, integrity, and devotion to Athens, and is often referred to as ""the Just.""The novel begins with Aristides as a young man, and follows his rise to power as he becomes a leader in the Athenian army and eventually serves as one of the city's top politicians. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including political rivalries, personal tragedies, and the threat of war.Throughout the book, Dragoumis provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in ancient Athens, including the city's political system, social customs, and religious practices. She also explores themes of honor, loyalty, and duty, as Aristides struggles to balance his personal beliefs with his responsibilities to Athens.Overall, ""A Man of Athens"" is a compelling historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Greece, and the life of one of its most respected figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
