The Age of Pericles

This series of 24 lectures offers a comprehensive exploration of Athens during its Golden Age, examining the life, culture, politics, and military power of the era through the lens of Pericles' influential career. It covers various aspects of Athenian society, including family life, democracy, and their relationship with slaves, while also detailing key historical events such as wars and plagues that shaped the city-state’s destiny. The course provides an engaging and well-rounded portrait of a remarkable period in Western history.