Description: This book takes the reader on a captivating journey through the heart of ancient Attica, focusing on the region's history, culture, and geography. Drawing on the works of Pausanias, a second-century Greek travel writer, the author brings to life the vibrant landscapes and rich historical tapestry of this region, which was home to Athens, the cradle of Western civilization. The book explores the archaeological remains of Attica, including the famed temple at Sunium, the bustling port of Piraeus, and the ancient silver mines of Laurium. It delves into the lives of the people who inhabited this region, from the powerful Athenian state to the everyday lives of its citizens. The author examines the development of Athenian political and naval power, tracing the rise and fall of this great city-state. Through a detailed analysis of the region's topography and architecture, the book illuminates the connection between the physical world and the human civilization that shaped it. This book offers a unique blend of history, archaeology, and travel writing, providing a window into the past and offering a timeless exploration of the enduring legacies of ancient Greece. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
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Book Title: Pausanias's Description of Greece, Vol. 2 of 6 : Commentary on Book I (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 618 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Archaeology, Ancient / Greece
Publication Year: 2015
Item Height: 1.2 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science, History
Item Weight: 28.9 Oz
Author: J. G. Frazer
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
