The Dead Cities Of Sicily: A Guidebook To The Remains Of Ancient Art In The Island (1905)

By A. Rivela, H.V. Pernull, H V Pernull, et al.

Book Overview

The Dead Cities of Sicily is a guidebook written by Antonio Rivela in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive description of the ancient art that can be found in the island of Sicily. The author takes the reader on a journey through the remains of the dead cities of Sicily, exploring the art and architecture of the ancient Greeks, Romans, and other civilizations that once inhabited the island.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different city or site. The author provides detailed descriptions of the ruins, including their history, architectural features, and artistic significance. He also includes illustrations and photographs to help the reader visualize the ancient art and architecture.The Dead Cities of Sicily is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and art of ancient civilizations. It provides a wealth of information on the remains of these civilizations in Sicily, making it an essential guidebook for travelers and scholars alike. The book is written in clear and accessible language, making it easy to understand for readers of all levels of expertise.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: 1165082969
• ISBN13: 9781165082964
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"