An Analysis Of Pericles 'Athenian Golden Age'

The “Athenian Golden Age” can best be explained as the peaceful time when Athens was under Pericles’ rule (about 495-429 B.C.). During this time, Athenian culture flourished. Art, socialism, and architecture was thriving. One example was when Pericles delved into the city-state’s funds to do things, such as create temples and buildings, such as the very famous Parthenon. It was said by the great historian Thucydides, that Pericles’ speeches “celebrate the greatness of a democratic Athens at its peak” (“Pericles”, n.d.). However, like most moments of great peace in ancient times, this “Golden Age” quickly came to an end. One major reason that could be said to be the cause was the death of Pericles. In 429 B.C., his two legitimate sons