Thera: Pompeii Of The Ancient Aegean, Excavations At Akrotiri 1967-79
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Christos G. Doumas
Binding: Hardback
Published: THAMES AND HUDSON, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Thera: Pompeii Of The Ancient Aegean chronicles the dramatic archaeological discoveries at Akrotiri, an ancient city preserved by a catastrophic volcanic eruption on the island of Thera. Authored by the lead excavator, Christos G. Doumas, this authoritative work presents a meticulous account of the Minoan civilization that flourished there before its sudden demise. The narrative illustrates the sophisticated urban planning, vibrant frescoes, and daily life of a Bronze Age society, offering profound insights into Aegean prehistory. It uncovers the parallels between Thera and Pompeii, detailing how the volcanic ash preserved an extraordinary snapshot of an advanced culture. This compelling volume instructs readers on the methods of archaeological investigation while bringing to life one of antiquity's most spectacular and tragic events.
Author: Christos G. Doumas
Binding: Hardback
Published: THAMES AND HUDSON, 1983
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Thera: Pompeii Of The Ancient Aegean chronicles the dramatic archaeological discoveries at Akrotiri, an ancient city preserved by a catastrophic volcanic eruption on the island of Thera. Authored by the lead excavator, Christos G. Doumas, this authoritative work presents a meticulous account of the Minoan civilization that flourished there before its sudden demise. The narrative illustrates the sophisticated urban planning, vibrant frescoes, and daily life of a Bronze Age society, offering profound insights into Aegean prehistory. It uncovers the parallels between Thera and Pompeii, detailing how the volcanic ash preserved an extraordinary snapshot of an advanced culture. This compelling volume instructs readers on the methods of archaeological investigation while bringing to life one of antiquity's most spectacular and tragic events.