Pausanias Libri

Pausanias (fl. 150 CE), one of the Roman world's great travelers, sketches in Description of Greece the history, geography, landmarks, legends, and religious cults of all the important Greek cities. He shares his enthusiasm for great sites, describing them with care and an accuracy confirmed by comparison with monuments that still stand today.

Offering a study of buildings, traditions and myth, this title describes the glory of Greece shortly before its ultimate decline in the third century.

This book is a facsimile reprint and may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.

Focusing on Corinth, Argolis, and Laconia, this extensive guide offers a detailed exploration of major cities, temples, and monuments like Acrocorinth and the Temple of Hera at Argos. Pausanias enriches his descriptions with local legends and myths, providing valuable insights into the cultural heritage of ancient Greece. This volume serves as a significant resource for scholars of Greek mythology and history, reflecting the author's deep appreciation for the region's rich past. It is part of a facsimile reprint series aimed at preserving important literary works.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. This edition aims to protect and promote classic literature, ensuring accessibility through high-quality reproductions that maintain the integrity of the original text.