The "Oeconomicus" is unique in Greek literature in combining a discussion of the proper management of an oikos (family or household) and didactic material on agriculture within a Socratic dialogue. It is a rich primary source for the social, economic and intellectual history of classical Athens.
The Oeconomicus is unique in Greek literature in combining a discussion of the proper management of a family or household and didactic material on agriculture within a Socratic dialogue. One of the richest primary sources for the social, economic, and intellectual history of classical Athens, it has been largely neglected despite the current widespread interest in the subjects discussed. This volume provides a new translation to complement the Oxford Classical Text, and a comprehensive introduction and commentary, making the book readily accessible to those both with and without Greek.
Pomeroy's well-organized and comprehensive study, of value to a wide-range of readers, includes a wealth of material ... Pomeroy's book is not the definitive work on the Oeconomicus but rather something of more value: a study that opens up the economicus, 'one of the richest primary sources for the social, economic, and intellectual history of classical Athens,' to the scrutiny it deserves, while providing the tools necessary for this task.
