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American School of Classical Studies at Athens - Agora Picture Books

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Agora Picture Books 27

Marbleworkers in the Athenian Agora
by Carol L. Lawton
The fifth-century B.C. poet Pindar remarked on the rich sculptural decoration of the Athenian Agora, and, indeed, over 3,500 pieces of various types of sculpture have been uncovered during its excavation. This full-color guide sheds new light on the marble industry in and around the Agora, including rich evidence for the sculptors' workshops, their tools and techniques. It discusses the works of both famous and anonymous artists. 32p, 51 col ...
Paperback. Price GB £3.50


Agora Picture Books 26

Women in the Athenian Agora
by Susan I. Rotroff and Robert D. Lamberton
Using evidence from the Athenian Agora the authors show how objects discovered during excavations provide a vivid picture of women's lives. The book is structured according to the social roles women played-as owners of property, companions (in and outside of marriage), participants in ritual, craftspeople, producers, and consumers. A final section moves from the ancient world to the modern, discussing the role of women as archaeologists in the ...
Paperback. Price GB £3.50


Agora Picture Books 25

The Games at Athens
by Jenifer Neils, Stephen Tracy
This new Athenian Agora Picture Book is a general introduction to the Greater Panathenaia, the week-long religious and civic festival held at Athens every four years in honor of the city's patron goddess Athena. The highlight of the city's festival calendar, with its musical, athletic, and equestrian contests, tribal events, processions, sacrifices and other activities, the Greater Panathenaia involved all the residents of Athens - not ...
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Agora Picture Books 24

Horses and Horsemanship in the Athenian Agora
by John McK Camp II
Full-colour booklet illustrating the many role played by the horse in Greek life, from myth and early history to its significance as a mark of status and its use in war, transport, games and festivals.40p, 56 col illus (ASCSA 1998)
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Agora Picture Books 23

Life, Death and Litigation in the Athenian Agora (Picture Book 23)
by Mabel Lang
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Agora Picture Books 22

Birds of the Athenian Agora (Agora Picture Book 22)
by Robert Lamberton
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Agora Picture Books 21

Ancient Athenian Building Methods (Agora Picture Book 21)
by John Camp
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Agora Picture Books 20

Bronzeworkers in the Athenian Agora (Picture Book 20)
by C. C. Mattusch
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Agora Picture Books 19

Gods and Heroes in the Athenian Agora (Agora Picture Book 19)
by John Camp
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Agora Picture Books 18

Medieval and Modern Coins in the Athenian Agora (Picture Book 18)
by Fred Kleiner
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