Urban Life in Ancient Greece

This lecture explores the political organization of urban life in Ancient Greece, focusing on the transition from village to Polis. It covers the rise of the Demos, the importance of property, and the significance of the Polis as a citizen state. The instructor delves into the architecture of domestic space, from Megaron to Oikos, and discusses the colonization efforts of ancient Greeks. Additionally, the lecture delves into the originality of the Polis as a political association according to Aristotle's Politics. The presentation also touches on Hannah Arendt's concept of the Human Condition, emphasizing labor, work, and politics as essential domains of human life.