The Inscriptions of Cos (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. R. Paton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267679653 ISBN 13: 9780267679652

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the Inscriptions of Cos

A detailed, historically grounded collection that presents the ancient inscriptions from Cos, shaping our understanding of the island’s past. This edition gathers decrees, religious calendars, dedications, and sepulchral stones, with expert commentary on dating and context. It’s a careful, documentary-style resource for readers curious about Greek epigraphy and Cos’s role in the wider Hellenic world.

This volume situates Cos within its geography and history, highlighting how law, ritual, and burial practices reveal daily life in an important Dorian settlement. It traces the island’s connections to broader Greek culture, noting how inscriptions reflect local governance, religious observances, and social clubs. The text aims to make inscriptions accessible, offering explanations for scholars while remaining clear to non-specialists.

• A structured catalog of inscriptions, organized by type and date
• Commentary on significance, dating, and cross-references to other Greek sites
• Illustrations and notes that illuminate terminology and epigraphic practices
• Contextual chapters that frame Cos’s geography, culture, and notable figures

Ideal for students, researchers, and readers with an interest in ancient Greece, epigraphy, and the history of Cos.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267679653
• ISBN 13: 9780267679652
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 473