| Author |
Pausanias, active approximately 150-175 |
| Translator |
Shilleto, A. R. (Arthur Richard), 1848-1894 |
| Title |
Pausanias' description of Greece, Volume I.
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: George Bell and Sons,1886.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Ian Crann, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
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| Summary |
"Pausanias’ Description of Greece, Volume I" by Pausanias is a historical account written in the 2nd century AD. The work serves as a travelogue, documenting Pausanias' extensive journey through Greece, where he details the cultural and artistic heritage of various Greek cities and regions, alongside significant mythological narratives. It is especially noted for providing a valuable snapshot of the states of art and architecture in ancient Greece during his time, which have since succumbed to destruction and decay. The opening of the text introduces the setting in Attica, detailing notable landmarks such as the promontory of Sunium and the temple of Athene, while elaborating on historical narratives surrounding significant figures such as Themistocles and their actions in shaping Athenian history. Pausanias provides insightful commentary on various temples, statues, and cultural relics, weaving together a rich tapestry of myth and history that paints a vivid picture of Greece as it stood during his travels. The text initiates an exploration of the Athens region, drawing connections to the broader historical narratives that shaped its identity, while simultaneously serving as a crucial source for understanding ancient Greek culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece
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| Subject |
Greece -- Antiquities
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| Subject |
Greece -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68946 |
| Release Date |
Sep 9, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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