The Life Of The Greeks And Romans: Described From Antique Monuments (1896)

by Ernst Karl Guhl, Ernst Guhl, W Koner

Book Overview

The Life of the Greeks and Romans: Described from Antique Monuments is a historic book written by Ernst Karl Guhl and first published in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed description of the daily life, customs, and traditions of the ancient Greeks and Romans, as observed through the study of their surviving monuments, artifacts, and archaeological remains.Guhl's work is a classic of its genre, and it remains an important reference for scholars and students of ancient history, archaeology, and classical studies. The book covers a wide range of topics, including religion, art, architecture, politics, law, and social customs, and it is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings of ancient artifacts and monuments.The Life of the Greeks and Romans is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of ancient life. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography, climate, and natural resources of Greece and Italy, while the second chapter discusses the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Greeks and Romans.Subsequent chapters explore the art and architecture of the ancient world, including the development of sculpture, painting, and architecture, and the role of art in religion and politics. Other chapters examine the political and legal systems of Greece and Rome, as well as the social customs and daily life of ordinary people, including their food, clothing, and leisure activities.Overall, The Life of the Greeks and Romans is a fascinating and informative book that provides a vivid and detailed picture of ancient life as it was experienced by the people who lived it. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the ancient world.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104396416
• ISBN13: 9781104396411
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 636 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"