Knossos Tablets

This edition of Knossos Tablets is a comprehensive resource, offering definitive readings and insights into Linear B inscriptions from the Palace of Minos.

The sixth edition of Knossos Tablets marks a significant milestone in the study of Linear B inscriptions, culminating nearly 120 years of research focused on the renowned Cretan palatial site from the late Minoan Bronze Age. This edition is enriched with a comprehensive ground plan and detailed sector plans of the Palace of Minos at Knossos, meticulously linked to the locations where the tablets were discovered.

Authored by José L. Melena, who brings a wealth of expertise in interpreting Mycenaean Greek clay tablet inscriptions, the book offers definitive readings of these crucial archaeological records. With the support of Richard Firth and a dedicated editorial team from the Program in Aegean Scripts and Prehistory, the text provides reliable information regarding tablet joins, find-spots, and the categorization of texts based on their subject matter and administrative function. The clarity in the referencing system has been improved, making it easier for readers to navigate through the various tablets and their respective classifications.

In addition to the main content, Knossos Tablets includes helpful appendices that elucidate the classification of series and sets, the locations of tablet finds, and the history of tablet reconstruction through fragment joins. This edition not only serves as a vital resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Aegean history but also enhances our understanding of the administrative and cultural practices of the time.