The Monuments Of The Eastern Hill

Author : Bonna D. Wescoat
Publisher : American School of Classical Studies at Athens
Page : 642 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2018-12-13
Category : History
ISBN : 9781621390091

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The Monuments of the Eastern Hill by Bonna D. Wescoat Pdf

In this volume, the key monuments that form the Theatral Complex, including the Theatral Circle, the Fieldstone Building with its masonry style plaster interior, the marble Doric hexastyle Dedication of Philip III and Alexander IV, the elegant Ionic Porch later attached to the western side of the Dedication, and the remains of dozens of bronze statues that originally framed the Theatral Circle, are presented in their archaeological, architectural, and historical contexts. The potential significance of the Complex within the mystery cult, both as the place that initially gave shape to the group of pilgrims undergoing initiation, and as the place where new initiates ultimately departed the Sanctuary, accords the Theatral Complex on the Eastern Hill a central place in the history of ancient Greek sacred space. Actual-state and reconstruction drawings; photographs; and a catalogue of the small finds, including pottery, lamps, terracotta figurines, coins, metal objects, inscriptions, stone objects, and glass, accompany the text.

Author : Nancy Gonlin,Meghan E Strong
Publisher : University Press of Colorado
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2022-08-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781646422609

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After Dark by Nancy Gonlin,Meghan E Strong Pdf

After Dark explores the experience of nighttime within ancient urban settings. Contributors present material evidence related to how ancient people manipulated and confronted darkness and night in urban landscapes, advancing our knowledge of the archaeology of cities, the archaeology of darkness and night, and lychnology (the study of ancient lighting devices). Sensory archaeology focuses on the sensual experience of the nocturnal environment—the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and feel of an ancient city—and the multi-faceted stimuli that diverse urban populations experienced in the dark. Contributors investigate night work—for example, standing guard or pursuing nocturnal trades—and nightlife, such as gambling at Chaco Canyon. They also examine how urban architecture, infrastructure, and the corresponding lighting were inextricably involved in enabling nighttime pursuits and signaling social status. The subjects of the night, darkness, and illumination taken together form a comprehensive framework for analyzing city life. After Dark embraces night as a conceptual lens through which to view the material and visual cultures of the ancient world and, in doing so, demonstrates a wealth of activities, behaviors, and beliefs that took place between dusk and dawn. This perspective greatly enriches the understanding of urban life and its evolution and has much to offer archaeologists in deepening an examination of complexity and inequality. This volume will be of interest to any scholar or student of the past who is interested in urban activities and the significance of the night in urban settings. Contributors: Susan M. Alt, J. Antonio Ochatoma Cabrera, Martha Cabrera Romero, Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, Kirby Farrah, Nancy Gonlin, Anna Guengerich, Christopher Hernandez, John Janusek, Kristin V. Landau, Maggie L. Popkin, Monica L. Smith, Meghan E. Strong, Susan Toby Evans, Robert S. Weiner

Author : Bonna D. Wescoat,Robert G. Ousterhout
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-27
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781107008236

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Architecture of the Sacred by Bonna D. Wescoat,Robert G. Ousterhout Pdf

This book investigates the role of architecture in the construction of sacred experience in ancient Greek, Roman, Jewish, Christian and Byzantine cultures.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 638 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1896
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BSB:BSB11788672

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List of Ancient Monuments in Bengal by Anonim Pdf

Author : Bengal (India). Public Works Department
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1896
Category : Bengal (India)
ISBN : UCBK:C042170302

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List of Ancient Monuments in Bengal by Bengal (India). Public Works Department Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-26
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789004416659

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New Directions and Paradigms for the Study of Greek Architecture by Anonim Pdf

New Directions and Paradigms for the Study of Greek Architecture collects chapters by nearly three dozen scholars who describe recent discoveries, new theoretical frameworks, and applications of cutting-edge techniques in their architectural research.

Author : Jelle J. P. Wouters,Tanka B. Subba
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2022-09-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000636994

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The Routledge Companion to Northeast India by Jelle J. P. Wouters,Tanka B. Subba Pdf

The Routledge Companion to Northeast India is a trans-disciplinary and comprehensive compendium of a vital yet under-researched region in South Asia. It provides a unique guide to prevailing themes, theories, arguments, and history of Northeast India by discussing its life-forms – human and not – languages, landscapes, and lifeways in all its diversity and difference. The companion contains authoritative entries from leading specialists from and on the region and offers clear, concise, and illuminating explanations of key themes and ideas. A hands-on, practical, and comprehensive guide to Northeast India, this companion fills a significant gap in the literature and will be an invaluable teaching, learning, and research resource for scholars and students of Northeast India Studies, South Asian and Southeast Asian societies, culture, politics, humanities, and the social sciences in general.

Author : Thomas Cotter
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2023-01-09
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467153133

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Baltimore Monuments: A History by Thomas Cotter Pdf

Tour the monuments of the Monumental City. From its beginning as a small town on the banks of the Patapsco River in 1729, Baltimore has played a significant role in the development of the United States. To commemorate those persons or events that have contributed to the city and the nation's history, Baltimore was the first American city to build public monuments. Persons honored by these monuments have included artists, entertainers, athletes, civic leaders, government officials, military veterans, public servants, religious leaders, social reformers, and war heroes. Local historian Thomas Cotter discusses the history of each monument, its origin, notable designers, funding methods, dedication ceremony, and a description of the monument itself.

Author : Emilio Bilotta,Alessandro Flora,Stefania Lirer,Carlo Viggiani
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 808 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781315887494

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Geotechnical Engineering for the Preservation of Monuments and Historic Sites by Emilio Bilotta,Alessandro Flora,Stefania Lirer,Carlo Viggiani Pdf

All the traces of historic heritage are a fundamental part of our environment and reward us in the form of cultural enrichment, with the ability to have a positive effect both on our lifestyle and economy. Therefore, the preservation of ancient monuments, historic towns and sites has increasingly drawn the attention of public opinion, governmental

Author : Anat Geva
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-05-25
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781000863710

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Water and Sacred Architecture by Anat Geva Pdf

This edited book examines architectural representations that tie water, as a physical and symbolic property, with the sacred. The discussion centers on two levels of this relationship: how water influenced the sacredness of buildings across history and different religions; and how sacred architecture expressed the spiritual meaning of water. The volume deliberately offers original material on various unique contextual and design aspects of water and sacred architecture, rather than an attempt to produce a historic chronological analysis on the topic or focusing on a specific geographical region. As such, this unique volume adds a new dimension to the study of sacred architecture. The book’s chapters are compiled by a stellar group of scholars and practitioners from the US, Canada, Europe, Asia, and Africa. It addresses major aspects of water in religious buildings, such as, rituals, pilgrimage, water as a cultural material and place-making, hydro systems, modern practices, environmental considerations, the contribution of water to transforming secular into sacred, and future digital/cyber context of water and sacredness. All chapters are based on original archival studies, historical documents, and field visits to the sites and buildings. These examinations show water as an expression of architectural design, its materiality, and its spiritual values. The book will be of interest to architects, historians, environmentalists, archaeologists, religious scholars, and preservationists.

Author : Queenbala Marak,Sarit K. Chaudhuri
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2020-02-28
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781000071825

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The Cultural Heritage of Meghalaya by Queenbala Marak,Sarit K. Chaudhuri Pdf

The state of Meghalaya, formed on 21 January 1972, is a state of fascinating socio-cultural significance. Its heritage can be traced from the prehistoric times of Stone Age up to the present. Though comprising mainly of the matrilineal Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia tribes – the state also houses many other lesser known communities such as the Hajong,Sakachep, Biate, Koch, Dalu, Margnar and the Nepali. All these communities find voice in this volume. This book looks at the state of Meghalaya exhaustively from the perspective of heritage documentation and maintenance. The 38 chapters written by anthropologists and independent researchers, present the rich traditions found in the region. This volume will be of great help to academicians, researchers, students, and laymen interested in a comprehensive study of the region. Please note: This title is co-published with Manohar Publishers, New Delhi. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the Hardback in South Asia.

Author : Andreas J. M. Kropp
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 519 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-27
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780199670727

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Images and Monuments of Near Eastern Dynasts, 100 BC - AD 100 by Andreas J. M. Kropp Pdf

An archaeological and art-historical study of the images and monuments of Roman 'client' kings in the Near East from the Taurus to Edom during the transitional period between 100 BC and AD 100. Kropp treats images and monuments as historical documents and aims at uncovering royal identities and ideological aspirations.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 558 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Archaeology
ISBN : UVA:X000106283

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Hesperia by Anonim Pdf

Author : Vicki Cummings,Chris Fowler
Publisher : Oxbow Books
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781842171097

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The Neolithic of the Irish Sea by Vicki Cummings,Chris Fowler Pdf

This collection of 24 papers aims to reconsider the nature and significance of the Irish Sea as an area of cultural interaction during the Neolithic period. The traditional character of work across this region has emphasised the existence of prehistoric contact, with sea routes criss-crossing between Ireland, the Isle of Man, Anglesey and the British mainland. A parallel course of investigation, however, has demonstrated that the British and Irish Neolithics were in many ways different, with distinct indigenous patterns of activity and social practices. The recent emphasis on regional studies has further produced evidence for parallel yet different processes of cultural change taking place throughout the British Isles as a whole. This volume brings together some of these regional perspectives and compares them across the Irish Sea area. The authors consider new ways to explain regional patterning in the use of material objects and relate them to past practices and social strategies. Were there practices that were shared across the Irish Sea area linking different styles of monuments and material culture, or were the media intrinsic to the message? The volume is based on papers presented at a conference held at the University of Manchester in 2002.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Archaeology
ISBN : UVA:X030266185

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Archaeological Reports by Anonim Pdf