Publisher's Synopsis
Ionia and the East: Six Lectures is a book written by David George Hogarth and published in 1909. The book comprises six lectures that were delivered by the author at the University of London in 1908. The lectures focus on the ancient Greek region of Ionia and its relationship with the neighboring regions of the East, including Persia, Assyria, and Egypt. Hogarth explores the cultural, historical, and political connections between Ionia and the East, highlighting the influence of Eastern cultures on the Ionian civilization. He discusses the impact of the Persian Wars on Ionia and the subsequent decline of the region. The lectures also cover the archaeological discoveries made in Ionia and the surrounding regions, shedding light on the ancient civilizations that once thrived there. Overall, Ionia and the East: Six Lectures is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating insight into the ancient world and the complex relationships between different cultures and civilizations. It is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient history, archaeology, and cultural studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
