Автор: Wilkinson, Richard H. Название: The Complete Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt ISBN: 0500284245 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780500284247 Издательство: Thames & Hudson Рейтинг: Цена: 3298.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: A fully illustrated and systematic survey of the mythology, iconography and worship of the mysterious and awe-inspiring deities that dominated Egyptian religion from early pharaonic times to the Roman period.
Описание: Greek temples captivate anyone with an interest in antiquity, and the Doric, Ionic and Corinthian columnar orders that clad them launched the classical architectural tradition down to modern times. This title proposes new theories in both areas as it elucidates the nature and function of Greek architecture.
Автор: Qatar Olimpic & Sport Museum Название: Myth of Olympia: Cult and Games - Volume II: The Modern Era ISBN: 3791352156 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783791352152 Издательство: Prestel Publishing Limited Цена: 5544.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: At the holy site of Olympia, the first Olympic Games were held and dedicated to Zeus. Filled with photographs, drawings, and maps, this book explores the natural environment of the sanctuary and the important political and cultural role it played. Archaeological discoveries give a fascinating picture of ancient Olympia whose legacy of peaceful competition and athletic excellence lives on.
The first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896 and, since then, the number of nations competing has grown from fourteen to more than two hundred. In addition to numerous illustrations, this book includes fascinating essays that offer a global perspective on the phenomenon that the Olympic Games have become and trace its evolution from a great idea to a grand spectacle. With hundreds of photographs and illustrations it looks at aspects of the Games from the first Winter Olympic Games in 1924 to the first politically charged Olympics in Berlin in 1936; from rituals and commercialization to the inclusion of women, Jews, and blacks; from doping scandals to the triumph of the Paralympics.
Interspersed with the illustrations are fascinating essays that gather the latest information, records, and research making this one of the most comprehensive and up-to-date books on the topic.
Автор: Rooney, Dawn F. Название: Ancient Sukhothai ISBN: 9749863429 ISBN-13(EAN): 9789749863428 Издательство: ACC-distribution titles Рейтинг: Цена: 2797.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Colin McEwan Название: Ancient American Art in Detail ISBN: 0714125822 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780714125824 Издательство: Thames & Hudson Рейтинг: Цена: 2473.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Offers a view of Ancient American art, featuring an array of objects ranging from North America through Mexico to Central and South America. This book opens with an introduction asking `What is Ancient American art?`, and explores fundamental relationships among the diverse artistic traditions of the Americas.
Автор: Ashe Geoffrey Название: Atlantis: Lost Lands, Ancient Wisdom ISBN: 0500810516 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780500810514 Издательство: Thames & Hudson Цена: 1312.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Atlantis, the island continent that vanished under the sea, is one of the most haunting themes of legend. It has preoccupied thinkers for more than two thousand years, from Plato to Rudolf Steiner. Prehistorians have seen Atlantis as the fountain-head of all civilization; mystics have had revelations about it; archaeologists have claimed to locate it sometimes in surprising places.
Bringing together Greek myth, Theosophy, science fiction, painting, literature, poetry and film, this is a compelling account of a perennially intriguing topic. "The Art & Imagination" series casts fresh light onto art, archetypes, cosmology and sacred traditions. It offers the perfect introduction to the world's great esoteric traditions.
Автор: Malek, Jaromir Название: The Cat in Ancient Egypt ISBN: 0714119709 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780714119700 Издательство: Thames & Hudson Рейтинг: Цена: 1813.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Cats in Egypt were probably domesticated by around 4,000 BC, from wild ancestors. Over the following centuries, they became popular household pets; they are regularly shown in tomb paintings of family life. This title draws on a range of artistic and written sources to show how they became widely-esteemed and revered animals in Egypt.
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