The Last Athenian (1883)

The Last Athenian is a historical novel written by Swedish author Viktor Rydberg in 1883. The story is set in ancient Greece during the Peloponnesian War, and follows the life of a young Athenian named Philostratos. Philostratos is a talented and ambitious young man who dreams of becoming a great philosopher and statesman. However, his plans are disrupted when Athens is besieged by the Spartans, and he is forced to flee the city.As Philostratos travels through Greece, he witnesses the devastation caused by the war and the corruption of those in power. He becomes disillusioned with the ideals of democracy and begins to question his own beliefs. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including the philosopher Socrates and the Spartan king Brasidas.The Last Athenian is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of politics, philosophy, and morality. It offers a unique perspective on the Peloponnesian War and the decline of ancient Greece. Rydberg's writing style is engaging and vivid, bringing the ancient world to life and immersing the reader in the story. Overall, The Last Athenian is a compelling and insightful novel that is sure to captivate readers interested in history, philosophy, and classical literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.