TY  - BOOK
AU  - Mahaffy,J.P.
TI  - Problems in Greek history
AV  - DF 
PY  - 2011///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Greece -- History
KW  - Greece -- Historiography
N1  - Release date is 2011-06-08; Produced by Adrian Mastronardi, Lisa Reigel, and the Online
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N2  - "Problems in Greek History" by J. P. Mahaffy is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores various issues and dilemmas related to Greek history, particularly focusing on the interpretations of early historians and the evolution of historiographical methodologies. It delves into the cultural and social dynamics of ancient Greece, questioning established narratives and emphasizing the significance of ongoing research in understanding Greece's complex past.  The opening of the text sets the tone for Mahaffy’s examination of Greek historical scholarship, beginning with an analysis of the problems inherent in the field. He highlights the enduring nature of certain historical questions in Greek studies, comparing them to unresolved issues in theology and literature. Mahaffy critiques earlier historians, discussing their biases and methodologies while underscoring the necessity for a fresh approach to Greek history in light of newly discovered evidence. He intends to address misconceptions, evaluate the contributions of notable historians, and illustrate how the interpretation of Greek history continues to evolve, making it a rich field for both scholarly inquiry and broader public interest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36354
ER  -