Pausanias was a 2nd-century Greek traveler and geographer whose firsthand observations mapped ancient Greece. His extensive work serves as a vital link between classical literature and modern archaeology, offering invaluable insights into the ancient world.
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Pausanias (fl. 150 CE), one of the Roman world's great travelers, sketches in Description of Greece the history, geography, landmarks, legends, and religious cults of all the important Greek cities. He shares his enthusiasm for great sites, describing them with care and an accuracy confirmed by comparison with monuments that still stand today.
Offering a study of buildings, traditions and myth, this title describes the glory of Greece shortly before its ultimate decline in the third century.
Being A Translation Of A Portion Of The Attica Of Pausanias (1890)
This book is a facsimile reprint and may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.
Focusing on Corinth, Argolis, and Laconia, this extensive guide offers a detailed exploration of major cities, temples, and monuments like Acrocorinth and the Temple of Hera at Argos. Pausanias enriches his descriptions with local legends and myths, providing valuable insights into the cultural heritage of ancient Greece. This volume serves as a significant resource for scholars of Greek mythology and history, reflecting the author's deep appreciation for the region's rich past. It is part of a facsimile reprint series aimed at preserving important literary works.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. This edition aims to protect and promote classic literature, ensuring accessibility through high-quality reproductions that maintain the integrity of the original text.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote literature by providing an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original text, highlighting the commitment to cultural preservation.
Focusing on the regions of ancient Greece, this volume provides a detailed exploration of their history, mythology, and significant landmarks. Pausanias meticulously documents the customs, traditions, and religious practices of the Greeks, making it an essential resource for historians and archaeologists. Illustrated with maps, the text is presented in a formal, academic style, reflecting its scholarly origins. This comprehensive account remains a valuable reference for anyone interested in the cultural heritage of ancient Greece.