The Etruscans : a very short introduction
Author(s)
Bibliographic Information
The Etruscans : a very short introduction
（Very short introductions, 389）
Oxford University Press, 2014
- : pbk
Available at / 50 libraries
-
No Libraries matched.
- Remove all filters.
Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 139-143) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
From around 900 to 400 BC, the Etruscans were the most innovative, powerful, wealthy, and creative people in Italy. Their archaeological record is both substantial and fascinating, including tomb paintings, sculpture, jewellery, and art. In this Very Short Introduction, Christopher Smith explores Etruscan history, culture, language, and customs. Examining the controversial debates about their origins, he explores how they once lived, placing this within the
geographical, economic, and political context of the time. Smith concludes by demonstrating how the Etruscans have been studied and perceived throughout the ages, and the impact this has had on our understanding of their place in history.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Table of Contents
FURTHER READING
by "Nielsen BookData"