Wandering Greeks
Narrated by John Lee
- Released
- May 23, 2014
- Length
- 7 hrs 43 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Audible Studios
In "Wandering Greeks," Robert Garland challenges the traditional view of ancient Greek society as stable and static, showcasing how mobility was integral to their survival and culture. Focusing on the diaspora from 700 to 325 BCE, he explores the various reasons—political, economic, and personal—that drove tens of thousands of Greeks to leave their homes. Each chapter profiles different types of wanderers, such as settlers and asylum-seekers, providing a nuanced understanding of the emotional and societal impacts of displacement in ancient Greece. This insightful account offers a compelling portrait of a culture marked by movement and resilience.
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