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This study explains the Greco - Roman urban form as it relates to the geological basis at selected sites in the Mediterranean basin. Each of the sites - Argos, Delphi, Ephesus, and Syracuse among them - has manifested in its physical form the geology on which it stood and from which it was made.
Focusing on the Mediterranean area where water management is
crucial, this pioneering study is the first to show how the supply,
distribution, and drainage of water contributed to the urbanization
of ancient cities. Drawing from classical archaeology, the theory
and history of urbanization, geology, and hydraulic engineering,
Crouch examines water-system elements, including springs,
fountains, wells, channels and drains, latrines, laundry, and
dishwashing, as they relate to each other and to the physical,
historical, and social bases of ancient Greek cities. Studying
numerous sites including Pompeii, Pergamon, Athens, Samos, Delphi,
and Corinth, she concludes that increased knowledge and skill in
management of water contributed directly to the urbanization of the
ancient Greek world. Illustrated with excellent photographs and
line drawings, the discussions of supply, distribution, and
drainage of water are organized topically, rather than
chronologically or by site, offering an excellent example of the
interdisciplinary approach. Crouch's study raises stimulating
questions for further research, indicates entirely new directions
for established academic disciplines, and suggests useful
procedures for modern cities facing problems of water supply and
management.
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