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A comprehensive guide to ancient Greek bronze sculpture, with detailed descriptions and illustrations of some of the most impressive examples of this art form. The book covers a wide range of styles, from the Archaic period to the Hellenistic era, and provides insights into the historical and cultural context of each piece. This book is a valuable resource for art historians, classicists, and anyone interested in the beauty and complexity of ancient Greek art.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of Greek sculpture from its origins in the Archaic period to its decline in the Hellenistic era. It includes detailed descriptions of the major stylistic movements and their key artists, as well as information about the social and cultural contexts in which they worked.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

An exploration of the sculptures of the Parthenon, including their history, meaning, and artistic style. Provides detailed analysis and interpretation of each sculpture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Mythology: Illustrated Chiefly From The Myths And Legends Of Greece is a comprehensive book written by Alexander Stuart Murray in 1876. The book is a rich source of information on the mythology of ancient Greece, and it is illustrated with beautiful engravings and drawings.The book covers the history, religion, and mythology of ancient Greece, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the myths and legends that have shaped Greek culture. The author has divided the book into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of Greek mythology.The book begins with an introduction to the gods and goddesses of ancient Greece, including Zeus, Hera, Athena, Apollo, and Artemis. It then discusses the creation myth and the stories of the Titans and the Olympians. The book also covers the stories of famous heroes like Perseus, Theseus, and Heracles.The author has also included chapters on the Trojan War, the adventures of Odysseus, and the myths surrounding the city of Thebes. The book also explores the role of women in Greek mythology, including the stories of Demeter, Persephone, and Medusa.The illustrations in the book are a highlight, featuring detailed engravings and drawings that bring the stories to life. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Greek mythology, and it is a must-read for students of classical literature and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.