ΟΙ ΔΕΛΦΟΙ ΚΑΙ ΤΟ ΜΟΥΣΕΙΟ ΤΟΥΣ (ΑΓΓΛΙΚΑ)

This book is a completely up-to-date account of the archaeological and historical evidence which relates to this most important of places in the ancient world -Delphi- which through the utterances of the Pythia, shaped to a large extent the values and history of the Greek world. Each of the three sites which make up this sanctuary (the Sanctuary of the Apollo, the Sanctuary of Athena and the Gymnasium) is described together with its architectural development,as well as the Museum where the works of art on display can directly related to the place where they were found. In this way a complete, unified picture of sanctuary is presented. A seperate chapter discusses the Pythian festival, the oracular procedure and interpretation of the Delphic rituals, in the attempt to explain the arcane phenomena of the oracle and the impressive influence the sanctuary had throughout the long course of ancient Greek history. Written in an intelligible but simple style, this volume incorporates the latest results of research into the sanctuary of Delphi and demostrates, through the photographs, the immense work of conversation and presentation of the site which has beemn accomplished in the last few years.