The Ancient City: Life in Classical Athens and Rome
Connolly, Peter; Dodge, Hazel
ISBN 10: 0195215826 ISBN 13: 9780195215823
Published by Oxford University Press, USA, 2000
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Synopsis:
Superb, detailed reconstructions of buildings provide the starting-point for a vivid exploration of these two great cities and the lives of the people who inhabited them. Peter Connolly's illustrations and reconstructions have a unique authority, with their blend of superb draughtsmanship, imagination, and meticulous research. The text appeals to a wide spectrum of readers, from young adults to professional historians.
About the Author:
Peter Connolly is one of the foremost writers and illustrators on the subject of the ancient world. He is an Honorary Research Fellow of the Institute of Archaeology, London, and has studied at the British School in Athens and in Rome. Co-author Hazel Dodge is a scholar of international reputation, known for her publications on Roman architecture and construction.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: The Ancient City: Life in Classical Athens ...
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket