The Athenian Agora: Site Guide (5th ed.)

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This definitive guide to the archaeological remains in the civic and commercial center of ancient Athens is an very important companion to the interested visitor, in addition to to students of the topography of the classical city. A big-scale map provides an overview of the web site, keyed to descriptions and plans of each monument still visible from the majestic Temple of Hephaistos to the utilitarian Great Drain. The fifth edition retains a number of the elements that made the earlier editions so popular, but also takes full account of new discoveries and up to date scholarship. It’s intended for visitors touring the web site, and is arranged topographically, monument by monument. Also included are an overview of the historical development of the web site and a history of the excavations. A companion guide to the Agora Museum in the Stoa of Attalos may be to be had (The Athenian Agora: Museum Guide, by Laura Gawlinski, 2014).

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