The Melian Dialogue – In Person

This lecture delves into Thucydides’ Melian Dialogue, a pivotal moment in his History of the Peloponnesian War, where Athenian envoys and Melian representatives clash over the island’s fate. Ultimately, the Melian Dialogue serves as a timeless case study for analyzing the complexities of international relations and the enduring tension between morality and pragmatism in political decision-making. Presented by Alexander Clemente.