Syracuse in Antiquity: History and Topography

by Richard J. Evans

Syracuse was the largest and most powerful of all the cities established by the Greeks in Sicily. Its history, often violent but always colourful, is recounted by both Greek and Roman historians, its coinage is justly famous, and its extensive remains continue to fascinate visitors to the city. The object of this work is to retell aspects of the history of Syracuse, with particular reference to the topography of the city and its surrounding countryside...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1868884074
• ISBN13: 9781868884070
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Unisa Press
• Length: 178 Pages