Knossos and the Prophets of Modernism

Knossos and the Prophets of Modernism

by Cathy Gere (Author), Cathy Gere (Author)

Synopsis

In the spring of 1900, British archaeologist Arthur Evans began to excavate the palace of Knossos on Crete, bringing ancient Greek legends to life just as a new century dawned amid far-reaching questions about human history, art, and culture. This title relates the story of Evans' excavation and its long-term effects on Western culture.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 272
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 02 Jun 2009

ISBN 10: 0226289532
ISBN 13: 9780226289533