Publisher's Synopsis
""Athens and Its Monuments"" by Charles Heald Weller is a comprehensive guidebook that provides readers with a detailed description of the ancient city of Athens and its numerous monuments. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the city's history and architecture.The first chapter provides an introduction to Athens and its significance in ancient Greek history. The following chapters focus on the city's most famous landmarks, such as the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Each monument is described in detail, with information on its history, architecture, and significance.The book also includes information on lesser-known monuments and sites, such as the Kerameikos cemetery and the Roman Agora. The final chapter provides readers with practical information on visiting Athens, including tips on transportation, accommodations, and dining.Throughout the book, Weller's writing is engaging and informative, providing readers with a sense of the city's rich history and cultural significance. The book is also filled with beautiful photographs and illustrations, making it a visually stunning guide to Athens and its monuments. Overall, ""Athens and Its Monuments"" is an essential guidebook for anyone interested in exploring the ancient city of Athens and its many treasures.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.