The sacred and civil calendar of the Athenian year /Jon D. Mikalson.

Mikalson, Jon D., 1943-

The sacred and civil calendar of the Athenian year /Jon D. Mikalson. - Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, (c)1975. - 1 online resource (241 pages) : illustrations, tables. - Princeton Legacy Library .

Includes bibliographies and index.

Cover; Contents; Preface; Abbreviations.

From epigraphical, archaeological, and literary evidence Jon D. Mikalson has here assembled all relevant data concerning the dates of Athenian festivals, religious ceremonies, and legislative assemblies. This information has been used to revise and update our knowledge of the calendar as it reflects Athenian life. The facts and conclusions that emerge from the author's analysis correct some earlier assumptions. He brings to light new information concerning the meeting days of the Athenian Assembly and the Council, and establishes the days of the monthly festivals. Annual festivals are eithe.



9781400870325


Calendar, Greek.


Electronic Books.

CE42 / .S237 1975