Trying Neaira
Debra Hamel
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Trying Neaira
by Debra Hamel
Published
February 11, 2005
Publisher
Yale University Press
Pages
224
ISBN-13
9780300107630
ISBN-10
0300107633
Description
"Neaira grew up in a Corinthian brothel in the fourth century B.C. and became one of the city-state's priciest courtesans while yet a teenager. In her twenties she served as the sex slave of two former clients and endured an abusive relationship with an unsavory Athenian. Finally she met Stephanos, an Athenian citizen with whom she lived for the next thirty years.". "Neaira's life with Stephanos was riddled with lawsuits. In the 34Os Neaira was dragged into court and charged with transgressing Athens' marriage laws. During the trial, zealous prosecutors dredged up the most sordid details of her life. The stakes in the case were high; Neaira's freedom lay in the jurors' hands.". "The details of Neaira's life are known because the speech delivered in court by her prosecutor has survived. Here, with a more sympathetic eye toward the protagonist, Debra Hamel explains the historical, legal, and cultural context of the trial. In reconstructing the facts of Neaira's life, this book illuminates the social world of ancient Greece."--BOOK JACKET.
Ἀνάβασις
Trials from classical Athens
Özgür insan savunması
Political Trials in Ancient Greece (Routledge Revivals)
Why Socrates died
The trial and execution of Socrates
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Trying Neaira?
This edition of Trying Neaira has approximately 224 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Trying Neaira?
For most readers, Trying Neaira typically takes between 4h 40m and 3h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 56,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 56,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Trying Neaira?
The estimated word count for Trying Neaira is approximately 56,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Trying Neaira?
Trying Neaira was written by Debra Hamel.
When was Trying Neaira published?
The publication date for this specific edition is February 11, 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.