What inspired Paul Cartledge to focus on Sparta's transition from utopia to crisis?
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What inspired Paul Cartledge to focus on Sparta's transition from utopia to crisis?
Did anyone else find the portrayal of Spartan society both fascinating and unsettling?
Are there specific ancient sources that heavily influenced the way Sparta is depicted here?