Publisher's Synopsis
""Problems in Periclean Buildings"" is a book written by George Wicker Elderkin and originally published in 1912. The book is a detailed analysis of the architecture and construction of buildings in Athens during the time of Pericles, a prominent statesman and general in Ancient Greece. The author examines the design and construction of several important buildings, including the Parthenon and the Propylaea, and discusses the challenges and innovations that were involved in their creation. Elderkin also explores the historical and cultural context in which these buildings were constructed, providing insights into the political and social atmosphere of Athens during this period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of architecture or Ancient Greece, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and technical achievements of the Periclean era.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.