The only study of the governmental structure and organization of the classical Greek Oligarchy, this work systematically investigates the various constitutions of the Greek oligarchies, the various changes and historical development of those constitutions, and the varieties, nature, and organization of the oligarchies. This title is cited and recommended by Books for College Libraries.

First published in 1931 as a fourth edition of a 1905 original, this book aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to the study of ancient Greece and the Greeks. The topics covered include Greek flora and fauna, daily life in ancient Greece, commerce, art, linguistics and war, all written by authors with particular experience in their field. The text is illustrated with a number of drawings and photographs of key sites and artefacts. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in ancient history and the Greeks.