Delphi: A History of the Center of the Ancient World

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Delphi: A History of the Center of the Ancient World

Name: Delphi: A History of the Center of the Ancient World
ISBN: 9780691150819

Michael Scott

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The oracle and sanctuary of the Greek god Apollo at Delphi were known as the «omphalos»--the «center» or «navel»--of the ancient world for more than 1000 years. Individuals, city leaders, and kings came from all over the Mediterranean and beyond to consult Delphis oracular priestess to set up monuments to the gods in gold, ivory, bronze, marble, and stone and to take part in athletic and musical competitions. This book provides the first comprehensive narrative history of this extraordinary sanctuary and city, from its founding to its modern rediscovery, to show more clearly than ever before why Delphi was one of the most important places in the ancient world for so long.
A unique window into the center of the ancient world, Delphi will appeal to general readers, tourists, students, and specialists.

Категории:

History - Ancient History

Година:

2014

Издателство:

Princeton University Press

Език:

english

Страници:

448

ISBN 10:

0691150818