Discoveries in Crete And Their Bearing on the History of Ancient Civilization

Discoveries in Crete And Their Bearing on the History of Ancient Civilization is a comprehensive book written by Ronald M. Burrows. It is a detailed account of the various archaeological discoveries in Crete and their significance in the history of ancient civilization. The book covers the Minoan civilization, which was one of the earliest and most advanced civilizations of the ancient world. The author has provided an in-depth analysis of the Minoan culture, their social structure, religion, art, architecture, and other aspects of their daily life. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the Minoan civilization. The author has used a variety of sources, including archaeological findings, historical records, and literary sources, to provide a comprehensive account of the Minoan civilization. The book also includes detailed illustrations and photographs of the archaeological sites, artifacts, and other important findings. One of the key strengths of the book is its clear and concise writing style, which makes it accessible to readers of all levels. The author has also provided a detailed bibliography and index, making it a valuable resource for scholars and researchers in the field of archaeology and ancient history. Overall, Discoveries in Crete And Their Bearing on the History of Ancient Civilization is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of ancient civilizations, particularly the Minoan civilization. It provides a detailed and insightful account of the Minoan culture and their contributions to the development of ancient civilization.1907. Archeological discoveries in Crete are put into a theoretical historical context. Selected contents: Palace of Knossos and the sea power of Minos; The beginnings of Minoan civilization; Egyptian chronology and the date of the middle Minoan periods; The end of the Bronze Age; The labyrinth and the Minotaur; Crete and the East; Neolithic pottery of South Russia and Central Europe; Crete and the Homeric poems; Appendices. Illustrated.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.