Greece: An Oxford Archaeological GuideProfessor of Classical Archaeology Christopher Mee, Christopher Mee, Antony Spawforth, Professor of Ancient History and Greek Archaeology Tony Spawforth, Senior Lecturer in Ancient History and Greek Archaeology Antony Spawforth Oxford University Press, 2001 - 464 من الصفحات Greece, with all its temples, cities, and sanctuaries created by Europe's most formative ancient civilization, is a must-see for the archaeological traveler. This valuable new addition to the acclaimed Oxford Archaeological Guides series provides coverage of all the main archaeological sites in Greece, ranging from prehistory to the sixth century AD. The individual sites are arranged by region, and include Philip's Tomb at Vergina, the Palace complex at Mycenae, the Temples of the Acropolis, the Hellenistic city of the Messene, and the Roman colony of Corinth. Also included in the book are 'partner factor' ratings that rank the most worthwhile sites for travelers to visit during their stay. An up-to-date introduction surveys Greece's landscape, history, and archaeology from the Neolithic period to the end of antiquity, and places the sites in their cultural context. Finally, there is a chronology for reference and a glossary of essential terms. |
