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WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
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The ruined silhouette of the Parthenon on its hill above Athens is one of the world's most famous images. Its 'looted' Elgin Marbles are a global cause celebre. But what actually are they? In the first of an occasional 'series' on wonders of the world - such as the Colosseum, Stonehenge, the Pyramids, the Alhambra, Mary Beard, biographer, reviewer and leading Cambridge classicist, tells the history and explains the significance of the Parthenon, the temple of the virgin goddess Athena, the divine patroness of ancient Athens:. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de ref. del artículo GOR001897072
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An extremely entertaining read ... a book that is both learned and eloquent (Erich Segal)
Sophisticated, engaging ... she unravels the intricacies with the light and deft touch which characterises the whole book ... something for classicists and laymen alike (Gavanndra Hodge Independent on Sunday)
She succeeds brilliantly in bringing back [the ruins of the Parthenon] to imaginative life (Joan Smith Financial Times)
A classic in every sense of the word: scholarly, informative, but with a laugh - or at least a broad smile - on every page. I loved it - and so will you (John Julius Norwich)
Wry, lively ... entertaining, provocative ... highly readable (Alexander Masters Times Literary Supplement)
The classical world still rouses fierce passions, and books like this help to make the study of ancient Greece urgent and relevant (Tom Holland New Statesman)
If you're planning a trip to Athens - or to the British Museum - this ... is a must-read; but armchair travellers will be equally enthralled (Andrew Crumey Scotland on Sunday)
Título: The Parthenon
Editorial: Profile Books Ltd, United Kingdom, London
Año de publicación: 2002
Encuadernación: Paperback
Condición: Very Good
Librería: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Reino Unido
Hardback. Condición: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Nº de ref. del artículo: GOR011666581
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles
Librería: M Godding Books Ltd, Devizes, WILTS, Reino Unido
hardcover. Condición: Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Good Jacket. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail with tracking worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 279702
Cantidad disponible: 1 disponibles