Guide To The Sculptures Of The Parthenon In The British Museum (1908)

""A Guide to the Sculptures of the Parthenon in the British Museum"" is a comprehensive book written by Arthur Hamilton Smith in 1908. The book provides a detailed description of the sculptures of the Parthenon, which were brought to the British Museum in the early 19th century. The Parthenon is a temple located in Athens, Greece, which was built in the 5th century BC. The temple is famous for its exquisite sculptures, which were created by Phidias, one of the greatest sculptors of ancient Greece.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the Parthenon sculptures. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the Parthenon and its sculptures. The following chapters describe the sculptures in detail, including their composition, style, and symbolism. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the sculptures, which help readers to visualize the intricate details of the artwork.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and casual readers. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Greece, art history, or sculpture. The book has been widely praised for its scholarship and its ability to bring the beauty and significance of the Parthenon sculptures to life. Overall, ""A Guide to the Sculptures of the Parthenon in the British Museum"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the art and culture of ancient Greece.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.