The Hippodrome Of Constantinople And Its Still Existing Monuments (1889) - Edwin Augustus Grosvenor - Bog

The Hippodrome of Constantinople and Its Still Existing Monuments is a book written by Edwin Augustus Grosvenor and published in 1889. The book provides a comprehensive description of the Hippodrome of Constantinople, which was one of the most important public spaces in the Byzantine Empire. The Hippodrome was a large arena that hosted chariot races, athletic contests, and other public events. The book describes the history of the Hippodrome, its architecture, and the various monuments that still exist today. The author provides detailed information about the Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpent Column, and the Walled Obelisk. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the monuments and the Hippodrome itself. Overall, The Hippodrome of Constantinople and Its Still Existing Monuments is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Byzantine history, architecture, and art.Also Includes Poszukiwania Archeologiczne W Polsce, Recherches Archeologiques En Pologne.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.