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Bronze Age Crete stands as one the most extensively explored parts of the world archaeologically, yet the island maintains an air of labyrinthian mystery. This book offers an authoritative introduction to the world of the Minoans, the first 'modern' civilization on European soil. With its grand palaces, a sophisticated bureaucracy complete with writing (including enigmatic, undeciphered scripts), exquisite gold and ivory artworks, unique and powerful depictions of women, and advanced urban engineering, including flushing toilets, this ancient civilization had remarkably modern elements.
This book presents key features of Minoan archaeology, including architecture, art, religion, writing, bureaucracy and the economy. It also explores how this pioneering European civilization has influenced Western culture since its discovery, and how Minoan culture has been reconstructed, reimagined and represented in museum displays. This concise and up-to-date guide is essential for understanding both the history and the lasting legacy of the Minoans.
Contents
Chronology
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1: Needing the Minoans
Chapter 2: Finding the Minoans
Chapter 3: Identifying the Minoans
Chapter 4: Monumentalising the Minoans
Chapter 5: Housing the Minoans
Chapter 6: Writing the Minoans
Chapter 7: Controlling the Minoans
Chapter 8: Ritualising the Minoans
Chapter 9: Reconstructing the Minoans
Chapter 10: Displaying the Minoans
Chapter 11: Reinventing the Minoans
Further Reading
References
Acknowledgements
Photo Acknowledgements
Index
