Fiona Hobden is a leading scholar of ancient Greek culture, delving into its politics, society, and enduring thought. Her research explores how classical antiquity is received and represented in contemporary contexts, particularly through modern media. Hobden offers insightful analyses that illuminate the profound and lasting connections between ancient ideas and modern audiences.
Introduction: Words and deeds -- Chapter 1: Writing history -- Chapter 2: Remembering Socrates -- Chapter 3: Rethinking the polis -- Chapter 4: Living a good life -- Chapter 5: Thinking through Xenophon -- Conclusion: The stranger's voice.