Education in Antiquity — Henri-Irénée Marrou’s Two-Volume Masterwork (1981 Edition)

A cornerstone of classical scholarship, Henri-Irénée Marrou’s Histoire de l’éducation dans l’Antiquité offers a penetrating study of educational ideals and practices in the ancient world. This two-volume set from Seuil’s Points Histoire collection is essential for readers interested in pedagogy, philosophy, and the cultural foundations of classical civilization.

 Included in this set
•     Volume 1: Le Monde Grec — Seuil, 1981, 436 pages, paperback. Explores Homeric education, Spartan discipline, Athenian ideals, and the philosophical underpinnings of Greek pedagogy. A lucid and deeply informed narrative that balances historical rigor with cultural insight.
•     Volume 2: Le Monde Romain — Seuil, 1981, 240 pages, paperback. Examines Roman educational structures, from the Republic to the Empire, with attention to rhetoric, civic instruction, and the evolving role of intellectual life in Roman society.

🌟 Why this set matters
Marrou’s work is both scholarly and accessible, praised for its clarity, depth, and refusal to indulge in pedantry. His analysis is rooted in source material yet animated by philosophical reflection. A must-have for collectors of classical studies, educators, and anyone curating a thoughtful library on ancient civilization.

Condition: Gently used vintage copies with light shelf wear. A few passages might be underlined in pencil in some books and can be erased if desired. The first page bears the name of the original owner—Elisabeth

One only— Curated from my personal library built during years of study at the Sorbonne., ready to ship from California.

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