This thesis examines Hesiod's depiction of agriculture in his work Works and Days. The first chapter presents Hesiod's life and his works, emphasizing the historical and cultural context of his creation. It is followed by a general overview of agriculture in ancient Greece, where the fundamental characteristics of this activity, various crops, and methods of land cultivation are presented. The tools used by Greek farmers and the animals that served as labour or food are also described. The central part of the thesis focuses on the analysis of Works and Days. It provides an analysis of the text and extracts passages crucial for understanding of agriculture in ancient Greece. Emphasis is placed on Hesiod's farming advice, which reflects the practices of that time.
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