Cathy Gere
Knossos and the Prophets of Modernism
- ISBN 13:
- 9780226289540
- author:
- Cathy Gere
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 22.61 x 15.24 x 1.78 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Archaeology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Palace of the Prophets of Modernism In the early 20th century, the discovery of the palace of Knossos on Crete sparked a new era of artistic and intellectual innovation. British archaeologist Arthur Evans's excavation of the site brought ancient Greek legends to life, offering a vision of a lost paradise that captivated writers, artists, and thinkers. As the world grappled with the aftermath of World War I, Evans's discovery seemed to offer a new way forward. The labyrinthine palace, with its pacifist and matriarchal, pagan and cosmic themes, inspired a generation of creatives, including Sigmund Freud, James Joyce, and Robert Graves. Cathy Gere's book explores the fascinating story of Evans's excavation and its enduring impact on Western culture.
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