[Pausaniou Ellados periegesis] = Pausaniae Descriptio Græciæ by Pausanias

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Author Pausanias, active approximately 150-175
Editor Dindorf, Ludwig August, 1805-1871
Title [Pausaniou Ellados periegesis] = Pausaniae Descriptio Græciæ
Alternate Title [Pausaniou Ellados periegesis] = Pausaniae Descriptio Graeciae
Note Reading ease score: 49.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Description_of_Greece Wikipedia page about this book: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Periegesi_della_Grecia
Credits Carolus Raeticus
Summary "Pausaniae Descriptio Græciæ" by Pausanias is a historical account written in the 2nd century AD. The text serves as a geographical and cultural commentary on Greece, providing detailed descriptions of various regions, landmarks, and historical events. The work is especially significant for its insights into ancient Greek architecture, religion, and local histories, making it an invaluable resource for those interested in classical studies and Hellenistic culture. At the start of the work, Pausanias introduces the area of Attica, discussing significant geographical features such as the Sunium promontory and the harbor of Piraeus. He mentions various temples and statues dedicated to Greek gods and its historical context, including references to key figures like Themistocles and notable events connected to them. The opening chapters set the stage for a comprehensive exploration of Greece's cultural heritage, intertwining mythology and history as Pausanias meticulously documents the significance and stories behind many locations and structures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Latin
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Greece -- Antiquities
Subject Greece -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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