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The Acropolis (Archaeological Guides) Paperback – December 1, 2005

by Manolis Andronicos (Author)

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The Acropolis of Athens ( Ακρόπολη Αθηνών) is an ancient citadel located on a high rocky outcrop above the city of Athens and containing the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon. The word acropolis (pl. acropoleis) comes from the Greek words ἄκρον (akron, "edge, extremity") and πόλις (polis, "city"). Although there are many other acropoleis in Greece, the significance of the Acropolis of Athens is such that it is commonly known as "The Acropolis" without qualification. The Acropolis was formally proclaimed as the preeminent monument on the European Cultural Heritage list of monuments on 26 March 2007.

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104 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Ekdotike Athenon
Publication date

December 1, 2005
Dimensions

6.6 x 0.5 x 9.4 inches
ISBN-10

9602130067
ISBN-13

978-9602130063
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ekdotike Athenon (December 1, 2005)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 104 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9602130067
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9602130063
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.6 x 0.5 x 9.4 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #1,954,079 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2,118 in Ancient Greek History (Books)
- #2,537 in General Europe Travel Guides
- #3,622 in Archaeology (Books)

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Excellent book despite the age.

Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2018

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As the title implies, this book covers the Acropolis only, and doesn't speak to the Agora or others. It does go in detail into the history of the Acropolis, the mythology, and then focuses on the architecture and artwork. This book discusses the sculptures in considerably more detail than the other books in the series. It's several decades old, but the Acropolis hasn't changed much since the 80s; the only real impact is that this dates to before the new Acropolis museum was built.

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Jim Braun

A great reference for a great trip

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2020

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After visiting the Acropolis last year, this book provides a good overview of the site and its history.

Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2017

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Very helpful and in good condition. Glad to have it before my trip to Athens.

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Pef

Stunning.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 9, 2017

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Stunning book. Lots of info. Fantasticly written. I would only reccomend it if you have a brief knowledge of the ancient greek history but its a stunning read.