Mycenæ: a narrative of researches and discoveries at Mycenæ and Tiryns
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"Mycenæ: A Narrative of Researches and Discoveries at Mycenæ and Tiryns" by Dr. Henry Schliemann is an archaeological account written in the late 19th century. The work documents Schliemann's excavations and findings in the ancient sites of Mycenæ and Tiryns, exploring the connections between these archaeological discoveries and the narratives found in Homeric texts. The book is likely to appeal to readers interested in archaeology, classical studies, and the historical significance of
ancient Greek civilization. The opening of the text sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Mycenæ’s archaeology, revealing the riches and historical context surrounding the site. In this initial portion, readers are introduced to Schliemann’s motivations for conducting the excavations, which stem from a desire to uncover the truth behind ancient Greek mythology and history. The preface by W.E. Gladstone emphasizes the importance of Schliemann's discoveries, hinting at the potential connections between the archaeological findings and the Homeric epics. As Schliemann presents his early observations, he lays the groundwork for a narrative that will intertwine scientific inquiry with classical literature, inviting the audience to engage with both the artifacts and the stories of the past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Schliemann, Heinrich, 1822-1890 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Gladstone, W. E. (William Ewart), 1809-1898 |
| LoC No. | 04032591 |
| Title | Mycenæ: a narrative of researches and discoveries at Mycenæ and Tiryns |
| Alternate Title | Mycenae: a narrative of researches and discoveries at Mycenae and Tiryns |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, Broward County Library, Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Books project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DF: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Greece |
| Subject | Mycenae (Extinct city) |
| Subject | Tiryns (Extinct city) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56940 |
| Release Date | Apr 7, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 639 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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