The Traveler's Guide to Greek Archaeology: Getting the Most from your Mediterranean Trip

Here is an indispensable guide for anyone embarking on cruise or trip around the countries that border the Mediterranean Sea. Read about the art and architecture of the ancient Greeks, whose world once extended from the shores of Asia Minor and the Black Sea through the Aegean islands to Crete and Sicily in the West. Dr. Greg Smith draws on his experiences as an excavator and Classical archaeologist to give you information on:

Ancient Greek History and Politics

The Greek City-State

The Spread of the Architectural Orders

Why Greek Buildings and Temples look the way they do

The Mysteries of the Parthenon

The Evolution of Monumental Greek Sculpture

The Role of the Romans in Preserving Greek art

Why Pottery is so Important to Archaeologists

The Changing Styles of Pottery and Pottery Art

The Long Lost World of Greek Painting

Rather than a guide to a particular place, The Traveler's Guide to Greek Archaeology is a reliable reference that can be used in any museum, ancient building or archaeological site to enhance the reader's understanding and appreciation of the wonders that they see.