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Richard Maisch
1860–1909
A German classicist and scholar of the ancient world, he is best known for writing a compact, readable survey of Greek antiquity that stayed in circulation after his death. His work was aimed at students and general readers who wanted a clear introduction to everyday life, culture, and institutions in ancient Greece.
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Griechische Altertumskunde
by Richard Maisch
About the author
Born in 1860 and deceased in 1909, Richard Maisch is remembered today mainly for Griechische Altertumskunde, a concise study of ancient Greek civilization. Library and authority records consistently identify him with that work, which was published in multiple editions and later revised by Franz Pohlhammer.
The book’s lasting appeal comes from its practical scope. Rather than focusing only on political events, it introduces readers to the broader texture of Greek life, including public institutions and private customs, making it a useful gateway into classical studies.
Very little biographical detail about Maisch appears to be readily available in standard online reference sources. What can be confirmed is that he wrote as a professional scholar of the classical world and that his name remained attached to a respected educational text well into the early 20th century.