The monumental remains of Palmyra (also known as Tadmor) have
fascinated travelers and scholars for centuries. The Oxford
Handbook of Palmyra gives a detailed analysis of the archaeology
and history of this ancient oasis city in the Syrian Desert,
spanning evidence from several millennia. With contributions from
thirty archaeologists, epigraphists, historians, and philologists,
this book covers the city's archaeological findings and history
from its earliest mentions in the pre-Roman era to the destruction
of many of its monuments during the Syrian Civil War and the
subsequent looting. The authors recap evidence and present
significant new findings and analyses from fieldwork they or others
undertook in Palmyra prior to the 2011 conflict and discuss the
recent occupation by ISIS and calls to defend the site's remains
from current and future threats. A broad range of themes are
covered, which not only relate to the archaeology and history of
the site, but also to its standing and relationship with the rest
of the ancient world as a major trade hub connecting routes from
East to West during the Roman period. Thirty-seven chapters relay
firsthand expert knowledge in an accessible style and include
up-to-date bibliographies, making this handbook an ideal and
comprehensive resource for professional researchers, students, and
anyone interested in this major UNESCO World Heritage Site.
General
| Imprint: |
Oxford UniversityPress
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Series: |
Oxford Handbooks |
| Release date: |
December 2023 |
| Editors: |
Rubina Raja
(Professor of Classical Art and Archaeology)
|
| Dimensions: |
248 x 171mm (L x W) |
| Pages: |
624 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-19-085811-7 |
| Categories: |
Books
Promotions
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| LSN: |
0-19-085811-7 |
| Barcode: |
9780190858117 |
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