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Mycenae; a narrative of researches and discoveries at Mycenæ and Tiryns

A simple yet informative introduction to the ancient Aegean civilization at Mycenae (ca. 2000 B.C. to about 900 B.C.), with contemporary illustrations wherever possible that bring the period to life. Covers the legendary story of King Agamemmon and the buried treasures at the site of the palace and royal tombs of Mycenae; Heinrich; Schliemann's role in uncovering these treasures, one of the most important discoveries being the gold mask of "Agamemmon" (though later proved by historians not to be his); the tombs and palaces at Mycenae; the world outside (influencing or being influenced by the Mycenaean world; and "everyday" life in Mycenaean times (clothes, food, hunting, writing, farming, other trades, bards and story-tellers, warfare). Sections "Questions" and "Things to do" follow each chapter which further the student's interest and knowledge of this epoch.

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