Publisher's Synopsis
The Attica of Pausanias is a historical and geographical guidebook written by Pausanias in 1907. The book is a detailed account of the Attica region of Greece, including its history, architecture, geography, and mythology. Pausanias provides a comprehensive overview of the region's famous landmarks, such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the ancient city of Athens. He also covers lesser-known sites and monuments, such as the Cave of Pan and the Sanctuary of Artemis Brauronia. The book is divided into ten chapters, each focusing on a different area of Attica. Pausanias draws on his own experiences and observations, as well as historical and mythological sources, to provide a rich and informative account of Attica's past and present. The Attica of Pausanias is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Greek history, mythology, or architecture.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.
