Life, Myth, and Art in Ancient Greece

by Emma J. Stafford

Book Overview

Ancient Greek culture is one of the vital wellsprings of Western civilization. It has shaped its art and architecture, its drama and literature, and its philosophy and politics. Life, Myth, and Art in Ancient Greece is a superbly illustrated guide to the ideas, beliefs, and achievements of this extraordinarily creative culture. Organized by themes such as Images and Imagination and Pride, Fate, Glory, each chapter includes a number of short sections...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0892367733
• ISBN13: 9780892367733
• Release Date: November 2004
• Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 10.0" x 10.0"