Cosmopoulos, Michael B.
The Parthenon and its Sculptures
- ISBN 13:
- 9780521130134
- author:
- Cosmopoulos, Michael B.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 232
- Dimensions:
- 25.1 x 17.8 x 1.5 cm
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Parthenon and its Sculptures offers new insights into this iconic ancient monument. A team of international scholars and scientists presents fresh perspectives on key aspects of the Parthenon, including the authorship of the frieze and the reconstruction of its missing sculpture.
Exploring the sociopolitical context in which the monument was created is also a major focus of this volume. Additionally, new technologies are being applied to Parthenon studies, providing a more detailed understanding of this ancient wonder.
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