Penestse, though subjected to very cruel oppressions, yet appear to have been more favourably circumstanced than the Helots, both in origin and relation. In Crete also, the rare occurrence of rebellion, and certain indulgences permitted to the slaves,... The Domestic Virtues and Manners of the Greeks and Romans, Compared with ... - Page 31 by William Sewell - 1828 - 98 pages Full view -
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