An Introduction To Greek Epigraphy, Part 2: The Inscriptions Of Attica (1905) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1120151880 ISBN 13: 9781120151889

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

""An Introduction to Greek Epigraphy, Part 2: The Inscriptions of Attica"" is a book written by Ernest Stewart Roberts and published in 1905. The book is a comprehensive guide to the inscriptions found in Attica, a region in Greece that includes Athens. It is the second part of a series that provides an introduction to the study of Greek epigraphy, which is the study of inscriptions written in the Greek language.The book begins with an overview of the history of Attica and the inscriptions found there. It then goes on to describe the different types of inscriptions, such as dedications, public documents, and funerary inscriptions. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the language and grammar used in the inscriptions, as well as the historical context in which they were written.Throughout the book, Roberts provides numerous examples of inscriptions and translates them into English. He also includes illustrations and photographs of the inscriptions to help readers understand their context and significance.Overall, ""An Introduction to Greek Epigraphy, Part 2: The Inscriptions of Attica"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient Greek history and language. It provides a thorough introduction to the subject and is an essential reference for scholars and students alike.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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1120151880
• ISBN 13: 9781120151889
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 628
• Editor: Roberts Ernest Stewart, Gardner Ernest Arthur