This introductory text is designed to accommodate a variety of readers, from high school students studying classical subjects to tourists who wish to know more about the Golden Age of Greece. The author draws parallels between ancient Athenian culture and practices which are found in the world today. Contents: include: Introduction to Ancient Athens; Taking Care of Business; Sport and Leisure Activities; Captive and Captivating Women of Athens; Learning the Facts of LifeóAthenian Education; Higher Education and Philosophic Thought; Socratesóthe Questioning Gadfly; and DiogenesóThe Shocking Cynic.