Brings together ancient texts and inscriptions, recent scholarly analysis, archaeological finds, and the expertise of modern craftsmen to investigate all that can be known of Athens' manufacturing activities
Brings together ancient texts and inscriptions, recent scholarly analysis, archaeological finds, and the expertise of modern craftsmen to investigate all that can be known of Athens' manufacturing activities
Peter Acton has a degree in Classics from Oxford University, an MBA from Stanford Business School, and a Ph.D. in Ancient History from the University of Melbourne. He was a Vice President of The Boston Consulting Group from 1986 to 1999.
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Foreword Table of Contents Acknowledgements Chapter 1: Introduction A. Athens, the Manufacturing City B. Original Sources i. Ancient Literature ii. Archaeology and Epigraphy C. Methodology i. Embeddedness and Empirical Analysis ii. Theories of Firm Size iii. The Theory of Competitive Advantage iv. Competitive Advantage and Industry Structure v. Applying the Competitive Advantage Framework Chapter 2: Industry Formation A. Early Manufacturing B. Homer and the Households of the Rich C. Hesiod and the Peasant Economy D. Empirical Evidence i. Metalworking ii. Leatherwork iii. Cosmetics and Perfumes iv. Textiles E. Supply and Demand in a Competitive Market Chapter 3: The Pottery Industry A. The Evidence i. Original Texts ii. Pots iii. Potteries and Kilns iv. Stamps and Graffiti v. Vase Paintings B. Industry and Workshop Size C. Labour Force i. The Process of Making Pots ii. Staffing Needs iii. Justifying a Full-Time Team D. Bases for Differentiation E. Subsequent Changes in Competitive Dynamics and Industry Structure F. Summary Chapter 4: Mining, Metals and Armour A. Mining B. Ore Processing C. General Metalworking D. Jewellery and Ornaments E. Coinage F. Bronze Armour G. Shield Manufacture H. Knives I. Summary Chapter 5: Textiles, Clothing and Footwear A. Textiles and Clothing i. Spinning and Weaving ii. Scouring and Finishing B. Footwear i. Tanning ii. Shoemaking C. Summary Chapter 6: Woodworking A. Furniture B. General and Specialised Woodworking Segments C. Boat Building i. The Trireme: Development and Configuration ii. Responsibility for Building Triremes iii. Manufacturing: the Hull iv. Manufacturing: Components v. Shipbuilding and Supplying Industries D. Summary Chapter 7: Construction Industries A. Public Buildings B. Monumental Statues C. Private Housing and Infrastructure D. Summary Chapter 8: Food, Drink and Personal Care A. Agricultural Products i. The Athenian Diet ii. Processing iii. Food Service B. Cosmetics, Perfumes and Medicines C. Summary Chapter 9: Athens' Manufacturers A. Citizen Investors B. Citizen Craftsmen C. Women D. Foreign Residents E. Slaves Coda Athenian Currency Appendix: Quantifying Manufacturing Preparation A. Supply Analysis B. Demand Analysis Secondary Sources Photo Credits Index
Foreword Table of Contents Acknowledgements Chapter 1: Introduction A. Athens, the Manufacturing City B. Original Sources i. Ancient Literature ii. Archaeology and Epigraphy C. Methodology i. Embeddedness and Empirical Analysis ii. Theories of Firm Size iii. The Theory of Competitive Advantage iv. Competitive Advantage and Industry Structure v. Applying the Competitive Advantage Framework Chapter 2: Industry Formation A. Early Manufacturing B. Homer and the Households of the Rich C. Hesiod and the Peasant Economy D. Empirical Evidence i. Metalworking ii. Leatherwork iii. Cosmetics and Perfumes iv. Textiles E. Supply and Demand in a Competitive Market Chapter 3: The Pottery Industry A. The Evidence i. Original Texts ii. Pots iii. Potteries and Kilns iv. Stamps and Graffiti v. Vase Paintings B. Industry and Workshop Size C. Labour Force i. The Process of Making Pots ii. Staffing Needs iii. Justifying a Full-Time Team D. Bases for Differentiation E. Subsequent Changes in Competitive Dynamics and Industry Structure F. Summary Chapter 4: Mining, Metals and Armour A. Mining B. Ore Processing C. General Metalworking D. Jewellery and Ornaments E. Coinage F. Bronze Armour G. Shield Manufacture H. Knives I. Summary Chapter 5: Textiles, Clothing and Footwear A. Textiles and Clothing i. Spinning and Weaving ii. Scouring and Finishing B. Footwear i. Tanning ii. Shoemaking C. Summary Chapter 6: Woodworking A. Furniture B. General and Specialised Woodworking Segments C. Boat Building i. The Trireme: Development and Configuration ii. Responsibility for Building Triremes iii. Manufacturing: the Hull iv. Manufacturing: Components v. Shipbuilding and Supplying Industries D. Summary Chapter 7: Construction Industries A. Public Buildings B. Monumental Statues C. Private Housing and Infrastructure D. Summary Chapter 8: Food, Drink and Personal Care A. Agricultural Products i. The Athenian Diet ii. Processing iii. Food Service B. Cosmetics, Perfumes and Medicines C. Summary Chapter 9: Athens' Manufacturers A. Citizen Investors B. Citizen Craftsmen C. Women D. Foreign Residents E. Slaves Coda Athenian Currency Appendix: Quantifying Manufacturing Preparation A. Supply Analysis B. Demand Analysis Secondary Sources Photo Credits Index
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