Hippodromica (1890) - Ervinus Pollack - Bog

Hippodromica is a book written by Ervinus Pollack in 1890. This book is a comprehensive study of the ancient Greek sport of chariot racing, also known as Hippodromia. It covers the history of the sport, its origins, and the various chariot races that took place in ancient Greece. The book also provides detailed information about the different types of chariots used in the races, the horses that pulled them, and the training and skills required by the charioteers. The author also delves into the cultural significance of the sport and its impact on ancient Greek society. The book is written in a scholarly style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Greece, sports, or chariot racing.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.