D Anvers and the Athens History Controversy in Athenian State Debate
A reader challenges D Anvers over his History of the Attic State, accusing him of misrepresenting Darius and the Athenians. The writer argues Athens owed its rise to its politicians and Miltiades, citing Cornelius Nepos to defend Miltiades and Marathon, while criticizing D Anvers for misinterpretations and political bias.