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Agis

Spartan king who attempted reform and was executed, discussed in political context.

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First appearance: i

Agis shows up with force in Chapter IX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

King of Sparta who attempted to restore Lycurgan laws but was slain by the Ephori for appearing to seek tyranny.
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17 connections

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PAPope Alexander…MMMarcus MeneniusLYLycurgusSCScipioTLTitus LiviusAGAgis

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Historical and Political Examples
  • Founders and Tyrants
  • Military Exemplars
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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