| Author |
Pausanias, active approximately 150-175 |
| Editor |
Dindorf, Ludwig August, 1805-1871 |
| Title |
[Pausaniou Ellados periegesis] = Pausaniae Descriptio Græciæ
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| Alternate Title |
[Pausaniou Ellados periegesis] = Pausaniae Descriptio Graeciae
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Carolus Raeticus
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| 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.)
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| Language |
Latin |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Greece -- Antiquities
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| Subject |
Greece -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66977 |
| Release Date |
Dec 20, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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