Kommos: A Minoan Harbor Town And Greek Sanctuary In Southern Crete
Greece: American School of Classical Studies at Athens, 2006. First Edition, First Printing.
No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. 9.5 inches tall; 171 pages with an index and bibliography. Illustrated with color photography.
The book explores the strategic importance of Kommos as a maritime hub during the Minoan period, highlighting its role in trade networks and cultural exchange across the Aegean.
Shaw reconstructs the town's architecture, urban planning, and economic dynamics, while also examining its religious significance. Illustrated with maps, diagrams, and excavation photos, Shaw’s work offers a comprehensive understanding of Minoan and Greek interactions, daily life, and the enduring legacy of this ancient site. Illustrated with detailed maps, diagrams, and photographs from excavations.
Subjects: Minoan Archaeology, Greek Sanctuaries, Crete History, Archaeology, Ancient History, Minoan Civilization.
Item #20539
ISBN: 0876616597
Price: $35.00
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