Isbn: 9781330808436 - cyzicus: being some account of the history and antiquities of that city, and of the district adjacent to it, with the towns of apollonia ad rhyndacum, ... priapus, zeleia, etc (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating journey into the history and archaeology of Cyzicus, a once-powerful city in ancient Asia Minor, situated on the shores of the Sea of Marmora. The author guides readers through the city's rich past, exploring its mythical founding, its rise as a flourishing Hellenistic center, and its eventual decline under the weight of Roman and Byzantine rule. Through meticulous analysis of archaeological evidence, including surviving city walls, temple ruins, and inscriptions, the author reconstructs the physical layout of Cyzicus, providing a vivid picture of its daily life and its place within the broader network of ancient Mediterranean trade. This book offers a unique perspective on the rise and fall of a once-mighty city, illuminating the complex interplay of culture, politics, and economics that shaped the ancient world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…