Ancient Greece: Art, Architecture and History - Softcover

Marina Belozerskaya; Kenneth Lapatin

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0714122513 ISBN 13: 9780714122519

Publisher: British Museum Press, 2004

Synopsis

The ancient Greeks were one of the most important influences on the course of Western civilization. They were fundamental in the development of democracy, philosophy, art, theatre and athletics. This richly illustrated book traces their lasting contributions in the visual arts, and places them in their historical and cultural context. The book includes the most significant examples of art and architecture produced by Greeks, from the Minoans and Mycenaeans of the second millennium BC to the inhabitants of Alexander the Great's vast empire, and explores the cultural significance of these works, whether religious, social or political.

About this edition

• Publisher: British Museum Press
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0714122513
• ISBN 13: 9780714122519
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 144