Scenarios about 'classical civilization'
The cultural, political, and social systems of ancient Mediterranean societies, particularly Greece and Rome, spanning roughly from 800 BCE to 500 CE. Classical civilization established foundational concepts in philosophy, democracy, art, literature, architecture, and law that profoundly influenced Western civilization and continue to shape modern institutions. In alternate history scenarios, divergences in classical civilization often explore how different outcomes of pivotal conflicts like the Peloponnesian War or survival of the Western Roman Empire might have altered global development.
What If Athens Preserved More of Its Ancient Heritage?
Exploring the alternate timeline where Athens managed to preserve significantly more of its ancient buildings, artwork, and cultural heritage, potentially transforming our understanding of classical civilization and modern Greece's position in the world.