The Polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians

"The Polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians" by Xenophon is a historical account likely written in the 4th century BC. The work examines and compares the governing structures and societal institutions of Athens and Sparta, two prominent city-states of ancient Greece. It delves into the nature of Athenian democracy and Spartan oligarchy, highlighting how each polity functions and the roles of different classes within their respective societies.