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Book Schliemann of Troy

    Book Details:
  • Author : David A. Traill
  • Publisher : St Martins Press
  • Release : 1995
  • ISBN : 9780312140427
  • Pages : 365 pages

Download or read book Schliemann of Troy written by David A. Traill and published by St Martins Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using correspondence and diary entries, the author recounts the personal and professional life of the archeologist and exposes an unscrupulous individual who distorted facts and made false claims about some of his discoveries

Book Troy and Its Remains

Download or read book Troy and Its Remains written by Heinrich Schliemann and published by London : J. Murray. This book was released on 1875 with total page 590 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Finding the Walls of Troy

Download or read book Finding the Walls of Troy written by Susan Heuck Allen and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The discovery of the ancient city of Troy has long been attributed to the relentlessly self-promoting archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann. Now, Susan Heuck Allen sets the record straight and gives a good portion of the credit to Frank Calvert, the first archaeologist to test the hypothesis that Hisarlik in Asia Minor was the Troy of Homer's "Iliad". 55 illustrations. 4 maps.

Book The Hero Schliemann

Download or read book The Hero Schliemann written by Laura Amy Schlitz and published by Candlewick Press. This book was released on 2013-02-26 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Anyone with an interest in archaeology or in liars and braggarts will be drawn in by this slim biography of the hyper-imaginative Schliemann." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) From Newbery Medal-winning author Laura Amy Schlitz comes an engaging illustrated biography of Heinrich Schliemann, a nineteenth-century archaeologist who most believe did find the ancient city of Troy. This engrossing tale paints a portrait of contradictions — a man at once stingy and lavishly generous, a scholar both shrewd and reckless, a speaker of twenty-two languages and a man with a funny habit of taking liberties with the truth. Laura Amy Schlitz and Robert Byrd open a discussion about how history sometimes comes to be written, and how it sometimes needs to be changed. Back matter includes source notes and a bibliography.

Book Troy on Display

    Book Details:
  • Author : Abigail Baker
  • Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
  • Release : 2019-10-03
  • ISBN : 1350114294
  • Pages : 281 pages

Download or read book Troy on Display written by Abigail Baker and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-03 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores what visitors saw at the Trojan exhibition and why its contents, including treasure, plain pottery and human remains captured imaginations and divided opinions. When Schliemann's Trojan collection was first exhibited in 1877, no-one had seen anything like it. Schliemann claimed these objects had been owned by participants in the Trojan War and that they were tangible evidence that Homer's epics were true. Yet, these objects did not reflect the heroic past imagined by Victorians, and a fierce controversy broke out about the collection's value and significance. Schliemann invited Londoners to see the very unclassical objects on display as the roots of classical culture. Artists, poets, historians, race theorists, bankers and humourists took up this challenge, but their conclusions were not always to Schliemann's liking. Troy's appeal lay in its materiality: visitors could apply analytical techniques (from aesthetic appreciation to skull-measuring) to the collection and draw their own conclusions. This book argues for a deep examination of museum exhibitions as a constructed spatial experience, which can transform how the past is seen. This new angle on a famous archaeological discovery shows the museum as a site of controversy, where hard evidence and wild imagination came together to form a lasting image of Troy.

Book How I Found The Lost Atlantis

Download or read book How I Found The Lost Atlantis written by Paul Schliemann and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2012-08-24 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an extraordinary journey of discovery with Paul Schliemann's captivating account, "How I Found the Lost Atlantis," as he unveils the secrets of one of history's greatest mysteries. Join Schliemann on his quest to unravel the enigma of Atlantis, the legendary civilization lost to the mists of time. Through meticulous research, daring exploration, and compelling narrative, Schliemann brings to life the adventure of a lifetime as he follows in the footsteps of ancient explorers and archaeologists. Themes of exploration, mythology, and human curiosity permeate Schliemann's narrative, inviting readers to delve into the depths of history and legend in search of truth. With each page, Schliemann uncovers clues and evidence that challenge conventional wisdom and ignite the imagination. Through vivid descriptions and vivid storytelling, Schliemann transports readers to exotic locales and remote archaeological sites, immersing them in the thrill of discovery and the allure of ancient mysteries. From the sunken ruins of submerged cities to the hallowed halls of academia, Schliemann's journey is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and perseverance. The overall tone and mood of "How I Found the Lost Atlantis" are imbued with a sense of wonder, excitement, and intellectual curiosity, as Schliemann invites readers to join him on a quest for knowledge that transcends time and space. Since its publication, Schliemann's account has captivated audiences with its blend of adventure, scholarship, and speculation. Critics and readers alike praise its gripping narrative, meticulous research, and bold theories, making it a must-read for anyone intrigued by the mysteries of the ancient world. Whether you're a seasoned explorer, an amateur historian, or simply a lover of adventure, "How I Found the Lost Atlantis" promises to enthrall and inspire. Join Schliemann on his quest for truth and unlock the secrets of one of history's greatest enigmas. Don't miss your chance to embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery. Secure your copy of Schliemann's riveting account today and unravel the mysteries of the lost Atlantis.

Book Priam s Gold

Download or read book Priam s Gold written by Caroline Moorehead and published by I.B. Tauris. This book was released on 2016-04-28 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Troy: one of the most captivating and mysterious stories of antiquity... But was Troy an actual place or just a legend of Homer's epic? It took the most unlikely of people, Heinrich Schliemann--a grocer's-apprentice turned self-made archaeologist, courageous and driven--to solve one of the greatest puzzles in history. His extraordinary discovery of the ruins of fabled Troy and the magnificent treasure of King Priam anointed Schliemann as the 'father of pre-history', but was also beset by controversy that persists to this day. The fate of the treasure itself is no less troubled. In 1945 it was spirited out of Berlin by the Red Army, to be hidden for 50 years in the vaults of the Pushkin Museum until the breakup of the Soviet Union. In this fast-paced account, Caroline Moorehead describes one of the most remarkable adventures of the 20th century, tracing Schliemann's footsteps to Troy and the convoluted journey across Europe taken by the treasure itself. This edition features a new Preface by [Moorehead].

Book Homer  Troy and the Turks

Download or read book Homer Troy and the Turks written by Günay Uslu and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Homer's stories of Troy are part of the foundations of Western culture. What's less well known is that they also inspired Ottoman-Turkish cultural traditions. Yet even with all the historical and archaeological research into Homer and Troy, most scholars today rely heavily on Western sources, giving Ottoman work in the field short shrift. This book helps right that balance, exploring Ottoman-Turkish involvement and interest in the subject between 1870, when Heinrich Schliemann began his excavations in search of Troy on Ottoman soil, and the battle of Gallipoli in 1915, which gave the Turks their own version of the heroic epic of Troy.

Book The Cambridge Guide to Homer

Download or read book The Cambridge Guide to Homer written by Corinne Ondine Pache and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2020-03-05 with total page 985 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From its ancient incarnation as a song to recent translations in modern languages, Homeric epic remains an abiding source of inspiration for both scholars and artists that transcends temporal and linguistic boundaries. The Cambridge Guide to Homer examines the influence and meaning of Homeric poetry from its earliest form as ancient Greek song to its current status in world literature, presenting the information in a synthetic manner that allows the reader to gain an understanding of the different strands of Homeric studies. The volume is structured around three main themes: Homeric Song and Text; the Homeric World, and Homer in the World. Each section starts with a series of 'macropedia' essays arranged thematically that are accompanied by shorter complementary 'micropedia' articles. The Cambridge Guide to Homer thus traces the many routes taken by Homeric epic in the ancient world and its continuing relevance in different periods and cultures.

Book Memoirs of Heinrich Schliemann

Download or read book Memoirs of Heinrich Schliemann written by Leo Deuel and published by HarperCollins Publishers. This book was released on 1977 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Heinrich Schliemann (German: [ˈʃliːman]; 6 January 1822 - 26 December 1890) was a German businessman and a pioneer of field archaeology. He was an advocate of the historical reality of places mentioned in the works of Homer. Schliemann was an archaeological excavator of Hissarlik, now presumed to be the site of Troy, along with the Mycenaean sites Mycenae and Tiryns. His work lent weight to the idea that Homer's Iliad and Virgil's Aeneid reflect actual historical events."--Wikipedia.

Book Lost and Found

Download or read book Lost and Found written by Caroline Moorehead and published by Viking Adult. This book was released on 1996 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "One of the enduring stories of the last century is the astounding 1873 discovery by the first modern archaeologist, Heinrich Schliemann, of the lost gold of Priam, king of ancient Troy. With the biographical skill that drew such praise for her book Bertrand Russell, Caroline Moorehead explores Schliemann's extraordinary life and how he contrived to smuggle the nine thousand gold chains, elaborate silver pictures, gold coins, and other amazing artifacts from his dig in Asia Minor to his government in Berlin." "Schliemann's treasures of Troy, lost when pillaged by the Nazis during World War II, received front-page coverage in 1993 when they were revealed to be residing in Moscow, having been looted in 1945 by the Russians. Here is the account, thrilling to historians, Russia-watchers, and anyone intrigued by an investigation, of how Moorehead found her way past bureaucratic defenses to learn the whereabouts of and the truth about this legendary collection."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Book The Walls of Windy Troy

Download or read book The Walls of Windy Troy written by Marjorie Braymer and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Tiryns

Download or read book Tiryns written by Heinrich Schliemann and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains the results of the author's excavations in Troy, Mycenæ, Orchomenos, and Tiryns which present a picture of the ancient architecture of fortresses, palaces, and tombs in Greece and Asia Minor.

Book The Greek Treasure

    Book Details:
  • Author : Irving Stone
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1975
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 486 pages

Download or read book The Greek Treasure written by Irving Stone and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Ilios

    Book Details:
  • Author : Heinrich Schliemann
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1968
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : 800 pages

Download or read book Ilios written by Heinrich Schliemann and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 800 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Schliemann s Silent Partner

Download or read book Schliemann s Silent Partner written by Marcelle Schidkowski Robinson and published by Xlibris. This book was released on 2006 with total page 718 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first and only dedicated biography of Frank Calvert, the man to whom Heinrich Schliemann owed the start of his archaeological career. Schliemann transformed himself from a businessman into an archaeologist after availing himself of Calvert's offer of a partnership, the benefit of Calvert's experience, and the proffered opportunity to excavate Calvert's land, on which Calvert had long hoped to uncover the remains of Troy. Then, spurning the partnership and never acknowledging his debt to Calvert, Schliemann went on to garner worldwide fame for himself as the inspired discoverer of Troy. The world never questioned Schliemann, and Calvert overshadowed by the impact of Schliemann's discoveries and fame - languished in undeserved obscurity. In recent years, a number of scholars have thrown some welcome light onto Calvert's contributions to Schliemann, but Schliemann's Silent Partner explores every facet of the Calvert/Schliemann relationship from Calvert's perspective and in the context of Calvert's own full and varied career. Eminently readable and of equal appeal to scholars and general readers, this book examines the broad range of Calvert's personal achievements and his collaboration with some of the great scientists of the day. Among the several appendices are an extensive bibliography, a chronological index of Calvert's writings, and the texts of a number of Calvert's papers, some never before published. Objective, exhaustively researched, annotated, and illustrated with over thirty photographs, drawings, maps and documents, this definitive volume reveals Frank Calvert as an important scholar in his own right and a pioneer of Trojan exploration. "A permanent contribution to the history of field archaeology." William M. Calder III, William Abbott Oldfather Professor of the Classics, University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign.

Book The Golden Treasures of Troy

Download or read book The Golden Treasures of Troy written by Hervé Duchêne and published by Thames & Hudson. This book was released on 1996 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heinrich Schliemann created his own myth - the poor uneducated boy who became a millionaire and spent his fortune on excavating the sites of Troy and Mycenae. He became famous for his discovery of Priam's Treasure and Agamemnon's Mask. The truth that has been recently discovered is more complex.