The Zakro Sealings (1902)

The Zakro Sealings is a historical book written by David George Hogarth and published in 1902. The book is a detailed account of the archaeological excavations carried out in the ancient city of Zakro, located on the island of Crete in Greece. Hogarth, who was a renowned archaeologist and scholar of ancient history, provides a comprehensive description of the city's history, culture, and society, based on the findings of the excavations. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the city's past, such as its architecture, religion, economy, and art.The most significant aspect of the book is its detailed analysis of the Zakro sealings, which are a collection of small clay tablets bearing inscriptions and images. Hogarth provides a detailed description of the sealings' contents, which offer valuable insights into the city's political and social organization, as well as its religious practices.Overall, The Zakro Sealings is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of ancient Greece, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of one of its lesser-known cities.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.