{"product_id":"water-management-in-ancient-greek-cities-9780195072808","title":"Water Management in Ancient Greek Cities","description":"\u003cp\u003eFocusing on the Mediterranean area where water management is crucial  this pioneering study is the first to show how the supply  distribution  and drainage of water contributed to the urbanization of ancient cities. Drawing from classical archaeology  the theory and history of urbanization  geology  and hydraulic engineering  Crouch examines water-system elements  including springs  fountains  wells  channels and drains  latrines  laundry  and dishwashing  as they relate to each other and to the physical  historical  and social bases of ancient Greek cities. Studying numerous sites including Pompeii  Pergamon  Athens  Samos  Delphi  and Corinth  she concludes that increased knowledge and skill in management of water contributed directly to the urbanization of the ancient Greek world. Illustrated with excellent photographs and line drawings  the discussions of supply  distribution  and drainage of water are organized topically  rather than chronologically or by site  offering an excellent example of the interdisciplinary approach. Crouchs study raises stimulating questions for further research  indicates entirely new directions for established academic disciplines  and suggests useful procedures for modern cities facing problems of water supply and management.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45666144550965,"sku":"ByrdShop_0195072804","price":244.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780195072808.jpg?v=1782420867","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/water-management-in-ancient-greek-cities-9780195072808","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}