Much revisionist scholarship has focused on sophistic epistemology and its relationship to the current revival of epistemic rhetoric in the academy. However, few scholars have recognized the sensuous substance of words as sounds, and the role it played in sophistic philosophy and rhetoric. Before the invention of the Greek alphabet, poetry was…

The contemporary view of ethical communication has come full circle, returning to the approach of Aristotle. Almost every public speaking textbook includes discussion of the basic concepts of what Aristotle called ethos, pathos, and logos. Of particular significance is Aristotle's conception of ethos, as elaborated in his work, "The…

This paper argues that women experience two realities, a "private sphere" and a "public sphere," and the implication of this dual perspective needs to be addressed by women scholars in all disciplines. The idea behind these two spheres of reality is traced back to the ancient Greeks where household management (oikos) was the…

GRADES OR AGES: Grade 8. SUBJECT MATTER: Social studies; ancient Greece. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The central section of the guide is divided into ten subunits, each of which is laid out in three columns, one each for topics, activities, and materials. Other sections are in list form. The guide is mimeographed and staple-bound with a…

Examined is the evolution of Greece in the context of demographic, geopolitical, and historical factors. The international personality of Greece today is discussed. (RM)

The author relates the ways in which a present day visitor to Greece will be reminded of ancient Greek history. The legendary hospitality, Greek statues, the landscape, Greek dances, gestures, and customs are some of the topics discussed. (Author/RM)

Argues that an important part of the classical tradition defines rhetoric as an internal way of knowing and investigating one's culture. Asserts that classical rhetoric's goals move toward a sense of personal responsibility for language and audience. Calls for an emphasis upon such responsibility in modern public debate. (SG)

Argues that Protagoras, a leading sophist of the fifth century B.C.E., not only arrived at a theory of truth close to present-day antifoundationalism but also took the next step toward developing workable, socially constituted truths and knowledge for everyday practice. Sketches out Protagoras's project to employ the power of literacy for social…

Argues that Plato's representations of women transmit from previous tradition positive views of feminine activities such as weaving, conceiving, midwifery, giving birth, and nurturing. Asks at what point the discovery of Plato's appropriation of the feminine and female itself becomes appropriate. (SR)

Notes that, in contemporary Western society, people feel death of small child is greater injustice than death of older adult and experience correspondingly greater sorrow, anger, regret, or bitterness when very young person dies. Contrasts these attitudes with those of ancient Greece and shows relevance that different attitudes toward death have…

Presents a debate between traditionalist ideas from Xin Lin Gale and postmodern ideas from Cheryl Glenn and Susan Jarratt. Quotes Gale who says that you cannot have it both ways, foundational and antifoundational: using the historical evidence to champion Aspasia while at the same time "reclaiming" her from the biases of those very documents.…

This collection of historical evidence was intended to help us to understand where and on what occasions and by what kinds of people books of history were written and read. It focuses on ancient Greek and Roman society and particularly on the position of the ancient historian. (Author/RK)

A sample of views of prominent historians, philosophers, political scientists, astronomers, and other scholars gives an idea of the magnitude of the Greek influence on western civilization. Specifically discussed is the Greek impact on the United States and the American contribution to the rebirth of Greece. (RM)

Conclusion of a continued article. (RL)

Article shows how educational games can be challenging as well as stimulating. Such games make learning more interesting for the student. (Editor/MR)