The Extramural Sanctuary of Demeter and Persepho – Background and Introduction to the Excavations
Format:Hardback
Publisher:University of Pennsylvania Museum
Published:18th Apr '23
£41.00
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According to Herodotus, Cyrene was colonized by settlers from the island of Thera, later joined by other colonists from Crete, Samos, Laconia, and Rhodes. Traditionally the foundation date has been set at 631 B.C. The sanctuary began to develop within a generation of the establishment of the colony and continued in use until its destruction by an earthquake in A.D. 262. In this volume, the excavator presents the background of the site, the history of its excavation, and an overall view of the current project.
"An excellent general introduction to the sanctuary and the evacuation... The excavators have been meticulous in their observation and recording, and the presentation of the material is well done."-Journal of Hellenic Studies "White has given the series a splendid start with this highly professional introduction. Apart from its scholarly merit, the report is written in a delightfully clear style, with occasional touches of dry humor."-Libyan Studies
ISBN: 9780934718516
Dimensions: 279mm x 216mm x 15mm
Weight: 666g
164 pages