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The book explores Sparta's role in the Mediterranean, highlighting how mythology played a crucial role in legitimizing its conquests and colonization during the archaic and Classical periods. This revised edition features a comprehensive new introduction, making it an essential resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding Spartan culture and society.

Focusing on the Mediterranean as a significant cultural and historical framework, this book features insights from prominent historians who apply Mediterranean paradigms to Classical Antiquity. By examining Greece and Rome through this lens, the authors offer a fresh perspective on ancient societies, highlighting their connections to contemporary issues and other historical periods. This approach not only reinterprets the ancient world but also underscores its ongoing relevance in today's globalized context.