Beard, Mary
The Parthenon
- ISBN 13:
- 9781846683497
- author:
- Beard, Mary
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13 x 1.8 cm
- Genre:
- Classical Greek & Roman archaeology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Parthenon is a revised and updated exploration of the history and significance of this iconic ancient temple. Mary Beard delves into the story of the Parthenon, including the controversy surrounding the Elgin Marbles and the New Acropolis Museum. The ruined Parthenon silhouette on its hill above Athens is one of the world's most famous images, and Beard examines what actually are the 'looted' Elgin Marbles.