Ancient history from the monuments: Greek cities & islands of Asia Minor by Vaux
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| Author | Vaux, W. S. W. (William Sandys Wright), 1818-1885 |
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| LoC No. | 52052398 |
| Title | Ancient history from the monuments: Greek cities & islands of Asia Minor |
| Alternate Title | Ancient history from the monuments: Greek cities and islands of Asia Minor |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Turgut Dincer, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Ancient History from the Monuments: Greek Cities & Islands of Asia Minor" by W. S. W. Vaux is an academic historical account written in the late 19th century. The work explores the ancient cities and monuments of Asia Minor, detailing their significance and historical context. The author aims to provide readers with insights into the cultural and archaeological heritage of Greek settlements in this region, particularly focusing on renowned sites like Troy and Ephesus. The opening of the book introduces the geographical layout of Asia Minor, emphasizing its size, topography, and historical importance. It discusses various ancient cities such as Cyzicus, Lampsacus, Abydus, and Troy, providing brief historical accounts of each, including their cultural relevance and archaeological findings. Mention is made of Dr. Schliemann’s efforts to excavate Troy, highlighting the scholarly interest in establishing the historical authenticity of legendary tales associated with these cities. The text sets the stage for a detailed examination of each site, illustrating the rich tapestry of ancient history in this significant geographical locale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| Subject | Turkey -- History |
| Subject | Greeks -- Turkey |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66663 |
| Release Date | Nov 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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