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Land of Sikyon: Archaeology and History of a Greek City-Stateby Yannis A. LolosAncient Sikyon, in the northeastern Peloponnese, was a major player on the Mediterranean stage, especially in the Archaic and Hellenistic periods. This important topographical study combines substantial background information with original research from many years of archaeological fieldwork. After discussing the physical environment and resources of the region, the author traces the history of Sikyon from the Mycenaean to the early modern period. The book then expands to discuss the place of the city in its surrounding landscape, especially in the creation of fortifications to protect property and control the flow of trade. A series of elegant maps plot the position of many previously unknown settlements and sanctuaries. 400p, 427 figs, 6 col maps (American School of Classical Studies at Athens 2011) 
About the AuthorYannis A. Lolos is Assistant Professor of Archaeology at the University of Thessaly.
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