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by Caroline Frances Cornwallis (Author)
Pericles V1: A Tale Of Athens In The Eighty-Third Olympiad (1846) is a historical novel written by Caroline Frances Cornwallis. The book is set in ancient Athens during the 83rd Olympiad and follows the life of Pericles, a prominent statesman and general who played a significant role in the city's Golden Age. The novel explores the political and social climate of Athens during this time, including the Peloponnesian War, the rise of democracy, and the cultural achievements of the city. Through Pericles' eyes, readers are taken on a journey through Athens' streets, temples, and theaters, as well as its inner workings of government and society. The book is a vivid portrayal of ancient Greece and the people who lived during this fascinating period in history.In Two Volumes.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.
