Thebes in the Fifth Century (Routledge Revivals): Heracles Resurgent

In Thebes in the Fifth Century, first published in 1982, Nancy Demand examines the political and military history of this renowned city as it sought to regain prominence following its disgrace in the Persian Wars. A number of other aspects of Theban culture and society are also considered: its physical layout, religious cults, poetry and music, arts, crafts and philosophy.