Oeconomicus: A Social and Historical Commentary - Paperbackby Xenophon (Author), Sarah B. Pomeroy (Editor) The Oeconomicus is unique in Greek literature in combining a discussion of the proper management of a family or household and didactic material on agriculture within a Socratic dialogue. One of the richest primary sources for the social, economic, and intellectual history of classical Athens, it has been largely neglected despite the current widespread interest in the subjects discussed. This volume