Geology, Earth Science, Nature, Anthropology, Archaeology, Natural Disasters, Archaeology, Architectural Time Periods & Styles, Ancient Art
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Overview
The modern excavations at Akrotiri, on the Greek island of Thera (also known as Santorini), have provided students of antiquity with a unique opportunity to examine the civilization of the Aegean Bronze Age (3000-1100 BC) and the role of Thera within it. Thera in the Bronze Age presents a detailed study of the geography, history, and culture of a vibrant society that met its end in a catastrophic volcanic eruption which, ironically, preserved the city at Akrotiri just as it was in its final moments.Editorials
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The ongoing excavation at Akrotiri, on the volcanic island of Thera, which lies 100 kilometers north of Crete, continues to yield information about the civilization of the Aegean Bronze age (3000-1100 BC). Forsyth (classical studies, U. of Toronto) discusses ancient Thera in terms of its geography, history, society, city life, relations with Crete, and the violent eruption that buried the buildings of Akrotiri under mounds of volcanic debris. Includes numerous small maps of archeological sites. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.Book Details
Published
January 1, 1998
Publisher
Lang, Peter Publishing, Incorporated
Pages
201
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780820437880