Xenophon on Government

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Exploring different forms of governance, this volume features three significant works by Xenophon, a Socratic philosopher. It includes the Hiero, which examines tyranny and kingship; the Constitution of the Spartans, highlighting a mixed constitutional approach; and the Constitution of the Athenians, representing democracy. The introduction contextualizes Xenophon's political thought, referencing his Socratic writings, while the commentary on each Greek text serves as a resource for advanced students.