Greek HomosexualityTo what extent and in what ways was homosexuality approved by the ancient Greeks? An eminent classicist examines the evidence--vase paintings, archaic and classical poetry, the dialogues of Plato, speeches in the law courts, the comedies of Aristophanes--and reaches provocative conclusions. A discussion of female homosexuality is included. |
Contents
THE PROSECUTION OF TIMARKHOS | 19 |
1 | 32 |
Defences against a Charge of Prostitution | 39 |
Eros and Love | 51 |
Homosexual Poetry | 57 |
SPECIAL ASPECTS AND DEVELOPMENTS | 111 |
CHANGES | 185 |
Postscript 1989 | 204 |
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