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The value of Agon - Sport law and education in Ancient Greece - cover
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The value of Agon - Sport law and education in Ancient Greece

Emanuele Isidori

Editora: Edizioni Sette Città

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The Value of Agon by Emanuele Isidori takes readers on an in-depth exploration of the ancient Greek concept of agon, understood as structured competition, assembly, and confrontation. Far beyond simple athletic contests, the agon was a cultural and civic institution through which individuals pursued arete (excellence), justice was enacted, and shared values were affirmed. Drawing inspiration from Werner Jaeger’s seminal work Paideia: The Ideals of Greek Culture (1945), Isidori presents the agon as a model for holistic education that integrates physical, moral, and intellectual development.The book is further enriched by three essays offering diverse perspectives on the continuing relevance of the agon. Antonio Sánchez-Pato discusses its role as an educational tool against violence, showing how ritualized competition promoted self-control and cooperation. Francisco Javier López Frías examines the connection between agon and democratic ideals, emphasizing its ethical and social dimensions. Together, these contributions reveal how the ancient Greek agon offers valuable lessons for contemporary education, civic life, and sport.
Disponível desde: 10/07/2025.

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