Migration, Identity, and Multilingualism in Late Hellenistic Delos

Late Hellenistic Delos, once under the patronage of the Antigonid monarchy and later placed under Athenian rule by Rome following the Battle of Pydna (166 BC), experienced significant shifts in migration patterns, identity formation, and multilingualism. The study reveals how these changes were shaped by political transitions and economic dynamics, with Delos serving as a microcosm for broader Mediterranean trends. By analyzing linguistic evidence and historical records, the research reconstructs the social fabric of the island during this pivotal period, highlighting the interplay between local identities and external influences.

Rovai, F. (2020). Migration, Identity, and Multilingualism in Late Hellenistic Delos. Migration, Mobility and Language Contact in and around the Ancient Mediterranean, 171–202. https://doi.org/10.1017/9781108763943.008