Androtion and the Atthis: The Fragments Translated with Introduction and Commentary

by Androtion

An Atthis was a chronicle, organized annalistically by kings and magistrates, that attempted to record all facets of the local history of Athens. Androtion was one of the most respected writers of this genre. This book provides the first translation of all the fragments, a detailed commentary, and a comprehensive introduction discussing the genre and who wrote in it. The book contains a wealth of illuminating and important evidence for historians on all aspects of Athenian history.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 019872148X
• ISBN13: 9780198721482
• Release Date: December 1993
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.8" x 8.8"