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Glasgow, George
1891
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The Minoans
$aUnited Kingdom :$bJonathan Cape,$c1923.
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"The Minoans" by George Glasgow is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich and complex civilization of the Minoans, an ancient people who thrived on the island of Crete thousands of years ago. Glasgow aims to present this fascinating culture in an accessible way, catering to a general audience interested in archaeology and history, without requiring prior knowledge of classical studies. At the start of the narrative, the author emphasizes the revolutionary discoveries made by Sir Arthur Evans in the early 1900s, which uncovered the existence of a sophisticated Minoan civilization, previously unknown to much of the world. The opening chapters delve into the social, political, and artistic life of the Minoans, introducing readers to their advanced architectural achievements, intricate pottery, and the legendary figures such as King Minos. Glasgow also sets the stage for a broader understanding of how this civilization acted as a precursor to later Greek culture, linking their contributions to the eventual emergence of classical Greece. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/minoansglas00glas/page/n7
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Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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