Athens and its Monuments

By Charles Heald Weller and Weller. Charles Heald.

Book Overview

Athens and Its Monuments is a comprehensive guidebook written by Charles Heald Weller that provides a detailed account of the city of Athens, Greece, and its famous landmarks and monuments. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of Athens, such as its history, architecture, art, and culture.The author begins by providing a brief overview of Athens' history, from its ancient origins to its modern-day status as a bustling metropolis. He then goes on to describe the city's most famous landmarks, including the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.In addition to these well-known monuments, Weller also explores lesser-known sites, such as the Agora, the Theater of Dionysus, and the Kerameikos Cemetery. He provides detailed descriptions of each site, along with historical and cultural context, to help readers fully appreciate their significance.The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs, which help bring the city's monuments and landmarks to life. There are also maps and diagrams to help readers navigate the city and locate specific sites.Overall, Athens and Its Monuments is an essential guidebook for anyone interested in exploring the rich history and culture of Athens, Greece. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this book is sure to enhance your experience and deepen your appreciation for this ancient and fascinating city.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163632546
• ISBN13: 9781163632543
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 442 Pages
• Weight: 1.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.5" x 9.3"