Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Cornell Studies In Classical Philology: The Five Post-Kleisthenean Tribes"" by Benjamin I. Wheeler is an in-depth study of the five tribes that were formed in Athens after the reforms of Kleisthenes in the 5th century BCE. The author examines the historical, political, and social context in which these tribes emerged and the role they played in Athenian democracy. He also explores the various theories and controversies surrounding the origins and composition of these tribes. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient Greek history, politics, and culture, as well as anyone interested in the development of Athenian democracy.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.