Thebes

<p><em>Thebes</em> offers a scholarly survey of the history and archaeology of the city, from 1600 BCE – 476 CE. Discussions of major developments in politics, war, society and culture form the basis of a chronological examination of one of Greece’s most powerful and dynamic cities. By taking a broad view, the book’s account speaks to larger trends in the ancient Mediterranean world while also demonstrating how Thebes was unique in its ancient context. It provides an up-to-date examination of all available information: topographic, demographic, numismatic, epigraphic, archaeological and textual discussions provide the most complete, current picture of ancient Thebes and illustrate the value of an interdisciplinary approach.</p> <p>Introduction</p><p></p><ol> <br><br><p></p> <li>Mycenean Thebes (1600-1200 BCE)</li> <br><br> <br><br><p></p> <li>Dark Age and Renaissance Thebes (1200-700 BCE)</li> <br><br> <br><br><p></p> <li>Archaic Thebes (700-479 BCE)</li> <br><br> <br><br><p></p> <li>Classical Thebes (457-404 BCE)</li> <br><br> <br><br><p></p> <li>Classical Thebes (395-371 BCE)</li> <br><br> <br><br><p></p> <li>Classical Thebes (371-335 BCE)</li> <br><br> <br><br><p></p> <li>Hellenistic and Roman Thebes (323 BCE-395 CE)</li> <br><br> </ol><p></p><p>Ancient Sources</p><p></p><p>Bibliography</p><p></p><p>Index</p>