The Athenian Agora A Short Guide to the Excavations

John McK Camp

ISBN 10: 0876616430 / ISBN 13: 9780876616437

Verlag: American School of Classical Studies at Athens, US, 2003

In a newly revised version of this popular site guide, the current director of excavations in the Athenian Agora gives a brief account of the history of the ancient centre of Athens. The text has been updated and expanded to cover the most recent archaeological discoveries, and the guide now features numerous colour illustrations. Each monument still visible on the site is described in turn, and helpful maps and plans are a particular feature of this edition. Birthplace of democracy, the Agora remains one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the world, and this is the essential companion for any visitor. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LU-9780876616437

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In a newly revised version of this popular site guide, the current director of excavations in the Athenian Agora gives a brief account of the history of the ancient center of Athens. The text has been updated and expanded to cover the most recent archaeological discoveries, and the guide now features numerous color illustrations. Each monument still visible on the site is described in turn, and helpful maps and plans are a particular feature of this edition. Birthplace of democracy, the Agora remains one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the world, and this is the essential companion for any visitor.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: John McK. Camp II is Director of Excavations at the Athenian Agora and Professor of Classics at Randolph-Macon College.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: The Athenian Agora A Short Guide to the ...
Verlag: American School of Classical Studies at Athens, US
Erscheinungsdatum: 2003
Einband: Paperback
Zustand: New
Auflage: 2. Auflage