2001, ISBN: 9780415165396

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Munich, London, and New York: Prestel Publishing; Pegasus Library, 2001. 118 pages, illustrations (some colour); 24 cm. Near fine. Tight, clean copy. Light shelfwear to wraps. "This … Plus…

Munich, London, and New York: Prestel Publishing; Pegasus Library, 2001. 118 pages, illustrations (some colour); 24 cm. Near fine. Tight, clean copy. Light shelfwear to wraps. "This best-selling book, now available in an attractive flexi format, reveals the story of two creative geniuses whose important contributions to twentieth-century art were equaled by the public's fascination with their tumultuous romance. This captivating book delves into the forces that shaped Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera's lives and art, and made them important painters in their own right. Elegant reproductions of their best-known works and historical photographs illustrate the thoughtful text, which explores the political, social, and cultural upheaval that was at the center of their relationship. What emerges is a portrait of the artists, the tension between their love for each other and their commitment to their work, and the indelible legacy of paintings, murals, and words left behind." - Publisher.. Paperback. Very Good. 8vo., Prestel Publishing; Pegasus Library, 2001, 3, London and New York: Routledge, 1998. Cloth, xiv, 225 pages, illustrations; 25 cm. Tight, clean copy. Dust jacket protected in a mylar cover. "Plato's legend of Atlantis has become notorious among scholars as the most absurd lie in literature. Partially dismissed because of the philosopher's eclipsing reputation in the twentieth century in conjunction with Nazi adoption of the Atlantis allegory, Atlantis Destroyed explores how Plato's account can be perceived as historically true. Since its mention first in Timaeus and then Critias, Atlantis has hovered between fable and folk tale, taken as history by some and acknowledged as allegory by others. In this fascinating book, Rodney Castleden theorizes how the tale of Atlantis is not one piece of identifiable proto-history, but several, and that Plato's story was really a parable told to comment on the state of the world in his own times. The author incorporates the latest findings on Knossos (in Crete) and Thera, the two islands long considered the "real" site of Atlantis. In examining Minoan civilization, Castleden discusses the material culture, trade empire and agricultural system, writing and wall paintings, art, religion and society, providing a comprehensive picture of the islands during the Bronze Age. His research demonstrates for the reader parallels between Plato's narrative and Aegean civilization which might indicate the geographical place of Atlantis. Just as Plato's story of a land swallowed up by the sea sought to entertain, improve and exalt, Atlantis Destroyed will captivate readers the world over with the telling of how a myth was made." - Publisher. CONTENTS: 'All the islands and many other islands also'; Preludes to discovery; Thera: the second rediscovery; The bronze age city of Thera emerges; Atlantean arts and crafts; Theran food and trade; Writing and wall-painting; Art, religion and society; The last days of Akrotiri; Atlantis destroyed; Deconstruction of Atlantis. . Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 8vo., Routledge, 1998, 5<

1998, ISBN: 0415165393

[EAN: 9780415165396], Gebraucht, guter Zustand, [PU: Routledge, London and New York], Jacket, Cloth, xiv, 225 pages, illustrations; 25 cm. Tight, clean copy. Dust jacket protected in a my… Plus…

[EAN: 9780415165396], Gebraucht, guter Zustand, [PU: Routledge, London and New York], Jacket, Cloth, xiv, 225 pages, illustrations; 25 cm. Tight, clean copy. Dust jacket protected in a mylar cover. "Plato's legend of Atlantis has become notorious among scholars as the most absurd lie in literature. Partially dismissed because of the philosopher's eclipsing reputation in the twentieth century in conjunction with Nazi adoption of the Atlantis allegory, Atlantis Destroyed explores how Plato's account can be perceived as historically true. Since its mention first in Timaeus and then Critias, Atlantis has hovered between fable and folk tale, taken as history by some and acknowledged as allegory by others. In this fascinating book, Rodney Castleden theorizes how the tale of Atlantis is not one piece of identifiable proto-history, but several, and that Plato's story was really a parable told to comment on the state of the world in his own times. The author incorporates the latest findings on Knossos (in Crete) and Thera, the two islands long considered the "real" site of Atlantis. In examining Minoan civilization, Castleden discusses the material culture, trade empire and agricultural system, writing and wall paintings, art, religion and society, providing a comprehensive picture of the islands during the Bronze Age. His research demonstrates for the reader parallels between Plato's narrative and Aegean civilization which might indicate the geographical place of Atlantis. Just as Plato's story of a land swallowed up by the sea sought to entertain, improve and exalt, Atlantis Destroyed will captivate readers the world over with the telling of how a myth was made." - Publisher. CONTENTS: 'All the islands and many other islands also'; Preludes to discovery; Thera: the second rediscovery; The bronze age city of Thera emerges; Atlantean arts and crafts; Theran food and trade; Writing and wall-painting; Art, religion and society; The last days of Akrotiri; Atlantis destroyed; Deconstruction of Atlantis. Size: 8vo, Books<

1998, ISBN: 9780415165396

London and New York: Routledge, 1998. Cloth, xiv, 225 pages, illustrations; 25 cm. Tight, clean copy. Dust jacket protected in a mylar cover. "Plato's legend of Atlantis has beco… Plus…

London and New York: Routledge, 1998. Cloth, xiv, 225 pages, illustrations; 25 cm. Tight, clean copy. Dust jacket protected in a mylar cover. "Plato's legend of Atlantis has become notorious among scholars as the most absurd lie in literature. Partially dismissed because of the philosopher's eclipsing reputation in the twentieth century in conjunction with Nazi adoption of the Atlantis allegory, Atlantis Destroyed explores how Plato's account can be perceived as historically true. Since its mention first in Timaeus and then Critias, Atlantis has hovered between fable and folk tale, taken as history by some and acknowledged as allegory by others. In this fascinating book, Rodney Castleden theorizes how the tale of Atlantis is not one piece of identifiable proto-history, but several, and that Plato's story was really a parable told to comment on the state of the world in his own times. The author incorporates the latest findings on Knossos (in Crete) and Thera, the two islands long considered the "real" site of Atlantis. In examining Minoan civilization, Castleden discusses the material culture, trade empire and agricultural system, writing and wall paintings, art, religion and society, providing a comprehensive picture of the islands during the Bronze Age. His research demonstrates for the reader parallels between Plato's narrative and Aegean civilization which might indicate the geographical place of Atlantis. Just as Plato's story of a land swallowed up by the sea sought to entertain, improve and exalt, Atlantis Destroyed will captivate readers the world over with the telling of how a myth was made." - Publisher. CONTENTS: 'All the islands and many other islands also'; Preludes to discovery; Thera: the second rediscovery; The bronze age city of Thera emerges; Atlantean arts and crafts; Theran food and trade; Writing and wall-painting; Art, religion and society; The last days of Akrotiri; Atlantis destroyed; Deconstruction of Atlantis. . Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 8vo., Routledge, 1998, 5<

1998, ISBN: 9780415165396

Taylor & Francis Ltd, Gebundene Ausgabe, 240 Seiten, Publiziert: 1998-06-01T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Buch, 1.3 kg, Sozialwissenschaft, Kategorien, Bücher, Antike, Bewegungen & Epochen, L… Plus…

Taylor & Francis Ltd, Gebundene Ausgabe, 240 Seiten, Publiziert: 1998-06-01T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Buch, 1.3 kg, Sozialwissenschaft, Kategorien, Bücher, Antike, Bewegungen & Epochen, Literaturgeschichte & -kritik, Literatur & Fiktion, Osteuropäische Literatur, Europäische Literatur, Regionen & Kulturkreise, Film, Kunst & Kultur, Geschichte, Gesellschaft & Individuum, Lexika, Hand- & Jahrbücher, Schule & Lernen, Archäologie, Naturwissenschaften & Technik, Allgemein, Europa, Geschichte nach Ländern, Politik & Geschichte, Griechenland, Klassische Antike, Fremdsprachige Bücher, Featured Categories, Englische Bücher, 7c9a6c79-19ea-4dea-90da-d7d47042d341_2301, 7c9a6c79-19ea-4dea-90da-d7d47042d341_0, Arborist Merchandising Root, Taylor & Francis Ltd, 1998<