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New English Paperback. Demy 8vo. (21 x 15 cm). In English. 200 p. The urban development of Istanbul in the Nineteenth century: The role of expropriations. After the proclamation of the Tanzîmât Edict, the government wanted to re-arrange the city. To this end, the Building and Expropriation Regulations that determined how modern city planning would be made as of 1840 were published. It was clearly stated that the government would base expropriations made to expand roads, allotment of burnt areas again, determination of construction rules, and opening the areas where reconstruction was not allowed to settlement,in essence all new urban development activities on these new laws. While expropriations were carried out, it was emphasized that, especially when for "public interest", the operation would be made with the consent of the landowner and after the preparation of maps. All of these can be said to be the reflections of modernity. This book examines the expropriation activities which were the most important tools for the government in the process of reconstruction implemented in Istanbul in the nineteenth century. It argues that the urban development which is at the intersection of centralization and modernization, and the concept of modern expropriation was a consequence of the change in the perspective and the understanding of the Ottoman government. Additionally, in the book, while the concept of modern expropriation is being evaluated in relation to the transformation in the governmental and legal mentality, the economic and social aspects of the expropriations are also emphasized. Other reconstruction processes occurring in other cities in the Ottoman Empire and other European cities which were taken as models in the reconstruction process of the capital city were investigated and documented here for the sake of approaching the expropriations from a comparative angle. This book aims to offer a holistic addition to literature on the urban history of Istanbul in the nineteenth century.
Scholar's bookplate to inner cover (G. P. Goold). Clipped obituary of Dimock tipped in. Guide celebrating life of Dimock at Smith College tipped in. Foxing to textblock. DJ spine is sunned and discolored; ; 1.25 x 9.5 x 6.5 Inches; 320 pages; According to Dimock, what gives the Odyssey its unity is Homer's overarching theme of the meaning of pain and suffering in human life.
vii + 191pp., 24cm., publisher's hardcover, dustwrapper, very good condition, F105225
Foxing/dustsoiling to top of textblock. Minor shelfwear to book and DJ. ; Vii, 223pp. ; 223 pages
Light chipping along foreedge of front wrap. Pages uncut. Appear unread. ; Skrifter Utgivna Av Svenska Institutet I Athen / Acta Instituti Atheniensis Regni Sueciae, Series in 4°, XVII; 188 pages
Tear along bottom of spine cover. Small piece missing from bottom corner of front wrap and first 2-3 pages. Edgewear with chipping to wraps with a few small tears. Creasing to upper back corner of wraps. Former owner's bookplate on inner wrap. ; Skrifter Utgivna Av Svenska Institutet I Athen / Acta Instituti Atheniensis Regni Sueciae, Series in 4°, XVII; 188 pages
Creasing along lower edges of wraps. Pages uncut. Appear unread. ; Skrifter Utgivna Av Svenska Institutet I Athen / Acta Instituti Atheniensis Regni Sueciae, Series in 4°, XVII; 188 pages
Light shelfwear to book and DJ. ; 280 pages; Covering material as diverse as curse tablets, coins, tattoos, and legal decrees, Deborah Steiner explores the reception of writing in archaic and classical Greece. She moves beyond questions concerning ancient literacy and the origins of the Greek alphabet to examine representations of writing in the myths and imaginative literature of the period. Maintaining that the Greek alphabet was not seen purely as a means of transcribing and preserving the spoken word, the author investigates parallels between writing and other signifiers, such as omens, tokens, and talismans; the role of inscription in religious rites, including cursing, oath-taking, and dedication; and perceptions of how writing functioned both in autocracies and democracies. Particularly innovative is the suggestion that fifth-century Greek historians and dramatists portrayed writing as an essential tool of tyrants, who not only issue written decrees but also "inscribe" human bodies with brands and cut up land with compasses and rules. The despotic overtones associated with writing inform discussion of its function in democracies. Although writing could promote equal justice, ancient sources also linked this activity with historical and mythical figures who opposed the populist regime. By examining this highly nuanced portrayal of writing, Steiner offers a new perspective on ancient views of written law and its role in 5th-century Athenian democracy.
"A study of the influence exercised by Greek art and poetry over German writers of the 18th.19th. and 20th centuries" Originally published in 1935, this book provides a study of the powerful influence exercised by Ancient Greek culture on German writers from the eighteenth century onwards. The text takes as its starting point Johann Joachim Winckelmann (1717-68), who was of fundamental importance to the introduction of Hellenistic ideas within the German intellectual tradition. This is followed by a chronological discussion of other key figures, such as Goethe, Schiller and Heine, revealing the complicated relationship between these ideas and the expression of an explicitly Germanic identity. A detailed index and bibliography are also included, together with illustrative fig351p. bibliography. index Vintage copy clean and tght, paper wraps slightly shelf worn. Book
Very light shelfwear to book else fine. DJ has light edgewear. ; This collection of essays honors Alexander Gordon McKay, one of the most respected names in Vergilian studies. Written by some of the world's leading scholars, the essays offer new perspectives on the larger Vergilian world which Dr. McKay's scholarship has so richly illuminated. The Two Worlds of the Poet focuses primarily on Vergil and Augustan literature and art, with several essays that expand the Vergilian theme and reflect the wide research interests of Professor McKay in such areas of classical studies as literature, art, architecture, painting, and sculpture. Vergil's world presents two faces, each inseparable from the other-the world which formed the poet and the world which the poet himself created—and it is proper that a volume which commemorates a scholar whose own work has elucidated both of these worlds should address itself to each. Several essays examine the poet's modus creandi—his use of the simile; his assimilation of the language and motifs of Roman comic drama; his exploitation of the rich store of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman mythological, legendary, and historical material; and his treatment of a variety of themes which touch upon the very essence of the human condition. Other essays touch upon various aspects of Vergil's material and cultural environment, enabling readers to place his created work in a broader perspective. Contributors offer new perspectives on the post-classical treatment of Vergilian themes, illustrating how the reception of Vergil varied with successive generations. The volume concludes with the reflections of the senior statesman of Vergilian criticism upon the scholar's art and mission. Vergil knew that to understand the present it was essential to break out of the narrow circle of the moment and to reach into the past, thereby affirming our own humanity and our place in the world and finding paths into the future. Vergil and his poetry create evocative connections that cut across time and place and culture, providing a glimpse at the universal human experience. The essays in The Two Worlds of the Poet explore Vergil's own struggle to find his place in the world, chronicle the pathway by which we gain entry into the world of the poet, and examine how the world of the poet has influenced and enriched our world. ; Classical Studies Pedagogy Series; 548 pages
Very light shelfwear to book and DJ else fine. ; This collection of essays honors Alexander Gordon McKay, one of the most respected names in Vergilian studies. Written by some of the world's leading scholars, the essays offer new perspectives on the larger Vergilian world which Dr. McKay's scholarship has so richly illuminated. The Two Worlds of the Poet focuses primarily on Vergil and Augustan literature and art, with several essays that expand the Vergilian theme and reflect the wide research interests of Professor McKay in such areas of classical studies as literature, art, architecture, painting, and sculpture. Vergil's world presents two faces, each inseparable from the other-the world which formed the poet and the world which the poet himself created—and it is proper that a volume which commemorates a scholar whose own work has elucidated both of these worlds should address itself to each. Several essays examine the poet's modus creandi—his use of the simile; his assimilation of the language and motifs of Roman comic drama; his exploitation of the rich store of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman mythological, legendary, and historical material; and his treatment of a variety of themes which touch upon the very essence of the human condition. Other essays touch upon various aspects of Vergil's material and cultural environment, enabling readers to place his created work in a broader perspective. Contributors offer new perspectives on the post-classical treatment of Vergilian themes, illustrating how the reception of Vergil varied with successive generations. The volume concludes with the reflections of the senior statesman of Vergilian criticism upon the scholar's art and mission. Vergil knew that to understand the present it was essential to break out of the narrow circle of the moment and to reach into the past, thereby affirming our own humanity and our place in the world and finding paths into the future. Vergil and his poetry create evocative connections that cut across time and place and culture, providing a glimpse at the universal human experience. The essays in The Two Worlds of the Poet explore Vergil's own struggle to find his place in the world, chronicle the pathway by which we gain entry into the world of the poet, and examine how the world of the poet has influenced and enriched our world. ; Classical Studies Pedagogy Series; 548 pages
Two poems based on the Greek myths of Persephone and of Ariadne. HC. 217p. Donor inscription.of spine) Book
Novel about a British doctor who finds redemption on a Greek island. Book
As New English Paperback. Mint. Roy. 8vo. (24 x 17 cm). In English and Turkish. [viii], 100 p., 5 huge color maps. Contents: Foreword, Introduction, Historical Roots Of The Aegean Disputes, Disputes Of Soverignty In The Aegean, The Decision Of International Permanent Court of Arbitration on The Eritrea-Yemen Dispute and Its Effect on The Turco-Greek Dispute in The Aegean, Conclusion, Index, Appendix, Bibliography, Maps.
New English Paperback. Pbo. Roy. 8vo. (24 x 17 cm). In English and Turkish. [viii], 100 p., 5 huge color maps. Contents: Foreword, Introduction, Historical Roots Of The Aegean Disputes, Disputes Of Soverignty In The Aegean, The Decision Of International Permanent Court of Arbitration on The Eritrea-Yemen Dispute and Its Effect on The Turco-Greek Dispute in The Aegean, Conclusion, Index, Appendix, Bibliography, Maps.
Anthology of works by writers from Thessaly. .Resaly Book
"This collection of essays discusses the background to President Truman's decision and its impact and legacy, recreating the atmosphere of post World War II containment issues and debates. The publication also looks forward by examining the current balance of power in the Mediterranean More. and its implications for United States policy toward this area." Introduction by Demetrios James Caraley. 200p.illus.maps Book
144 pages. Black and white illustrations. Usual library markings. Front free endpaper removed. Above-average wear. Book
93 p. Top edge gilt. Inked ownership of Emilie F. Latimer (from York, PA), 1916 on first fly leaf. 185mm. Original full green cloth binding lettered in gold gilt. CLASSICS BX 1
Thie version in the "Plays for Performance" series, designed for contemporary production and study. Edited by Nicholas Ruddall and Bernard Sahlins. 61p. Book
Some shelfwear. Some underlining and marginalia in red pen and pencil. Minor creasing to spine. Some creasing to corners. Small ink stains to rear wrap. Light foxing. ; 192 pages; Contents: Events at the end of the late bronze age in the Near East (A. R. Millard) ; Archaeological Comments on A. R. Millard's Paper (V. Hankey) ; Hittite History and the Trojan War (D. F. Easton) ; The Mycenaeans and Troy (C. B. Mee) ; Discussion (D. F. Easton) ; Troy VIIA in Anatolian Perspective (J. Mellaart) ; Discussion (L Foxhall) ; Reliability of the Oral Tradition (J. K. Davies) ; Fallibility of an Oral Heroic Tradition (J. B. Hainsworth) ; Trojans in the Iliad (J. Pinsent) ; The Topography of the Plain of Troy (J. M. Cook) ; Afterword.
Book is fine. Slipcase included is NF. ; 54 pages
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Fine Fine English Original bdg. Dust wrapper. 4to. (34 x 24 cm). In English. 437 p., color and b/w ills. The treasures of Troia. Translated by Jean D. Carpenter Efe. Edited by Arzu Kahramani Pekin. It has been some 140 years now that actual finds from the ancient city of Troy-that city near the Dardanelles-that Troia around which was spun the famed epic of Homer's Illiad-appeared to accompany and magnify the myth. The finds unearthed there-many representing buried treasures-are today widely scattered, with principal groups, however, now found housed in only (!) eight different museums. The goal of this work is to bring the individual pieces together, to verify their common origin, to consider their purpose, and to place them into an accurate chronological perspective-not only within the strata of the site itself, but throughout the Bronze Age world that helped create them. These objects demonstrate how developed the aesthetic sensibilities of our ancestors living some 4500 years ago really were, and how highly developed the craft of their goldsmiths was at the time. Geographical patterns of influence as well as the import of semiprecious stones and other raw materials stress the far-reaching trade and significance of the Trojans.
" Since classical times, Apollo's island with its fascinating history, glorious climate and extraordinary natural beauty has drawn the curious to its shores. Though most of the ancient city of Rhodes has now vanished, today's visitors can still see the splendid acropolis and temple of Lindos, or wander about the deserted city of Kamiros. The modern traveller can explore one of the most splended of all walled cities: the old city of the Knights of Rhodes, with its medieval walls, Byzantine churches and Turkish minarets. Of the other islands of the Dodecanese, some, like Kos, have a gentle flowering landscape; others, like Patmos and Kalymnos, are wild and rugged. Smaller islands, sternly protected by their natural fortifications, are worth the challenging journey to reach them for each has a distinctive character of its own. This guide presents the outstanding points of interest in Rhodes and the Dodecanese, The information section contains suggested routes of excursions for each island, There are plans of the more important towns, with maps, charts or diagrams. The exotic, individual flavour of these beautiful islands is captured in a series of striking photographs by Cora Pongracz. " Comprehensive and descriptive guide to Rhodes and the other Dodecanese islands (Kos Kalymnos Patmos Leros Symi Tilos Nisyros Karpathos Kassos Chalki Astypalea Kastellorizo 265p. maps,illus.bibliography.index. maps on endpapers Book
