The Athenian Acropolis: History Mythology and Archaeology from the Neolithic Era to the Present

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This is a comprehensive study of the art archaeology myths cults and function of one of the most illustrious sites in the West. Providing an extensive treatment of the significance of the site during the Golden Age of classical Greece Jeffrey Hurwit discusses the development of the Acropolis throughout its long history up to and including the recent discoveries of the Acropolis restoration project which have prompted important re-evaluations of the site and its major buildings. Throughout the author describes the role of the Acropolis in everyday life always placing it within the context of Athenian cultural and intellectual history. Accompanied by 10 color plates 172 halftones and 70 line drawings this is the most thorough book on the Acropolis to be published in English in nearly a century.