""Rhodes in Ancient Times"" is a historical book written by Cecil Torr. The book provides a detailed account of the ancient city of Rhodes, which was a major center of trade and commerce in the Mediterranean during the Hellenistic period. The author explores the city's rich history, from its founding in the 5th century BC to its decline in the 1st century AD. Torr covers a range of topics, including the city's political and social structures, its architecture and art, and its role in the wider world of ancient Greece. The ...
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""Rhodes in Ancient Times"" is a historical book written by Cecil Torr. The book provides a detailed account of the ancient city of Rhodes, which was a major center of trade and commerce in the Mediterranean during the Hellenistic period. The author explores the city's rich history, from its founding in the 5th century BC to its decline in the 1st century AD. Torr covers a range of topics, including the city's political and social structures, its architecture and art, and its role in the wider world of ancient Greece. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, particularly those interested in the history of the Mediterranean region. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers. Overall, ""Rhodes in Ancient Times"" is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on one of the most important cities of the ancient world.1885. With Six Plates. Torr attempts to shed light on the Island of Rhodes, based on all available material. Contents: Topography; Public Affairs; At Sea; On Shore; The Gods; Art; Learning; and Legends.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.
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