The Acropolis (This Beautiful World Series Vol.12) by Tanaka,Michitaro - 1970

London: Ward Lock, 1970 Ex-Library. Illus. by Photographs Bin Takahashi. Good. Hardcover. First Thus. Small well illustrated book about the Acropolis, originally published in Japan. 134p. plates (col) map. Ex-library copy, usual slightly loos, but text completelibrary marks, amerls, coming loose in binding, but otherwise complete..

London (1970): Ward Lock Book. Illus. by Takahashi, Bin. Very Good. Hard Cover with Dust Jacket. Edition Not Stated. VG, Shelfwear, small spine tear/VG, Edgewear, indentations, mild soiling. 133 pages. Jacket design by M Kuwata. Expanded condition report/scan on request..

London, UK: Ward Lock, Ltd, 1970. First Edition, First Thus . Hardcover. Near Fine/Fine. Bin Takahashi (Photographer). Text/BRAND NEW & Bright. Orange-red linen boards/Fine w/trace edge rubs. DJ/Fine. Book shop stamp & sticker shadow to fEP. Vol. 12 of This Beautiful World Series. History, and photographic essay, of the Acropolis --- the ancient citadel at Athens, containing the Parthenon, Erechtheum, and other notable buildings, mostly dated from the 5th century B.C. Planned and begun under Pericles (c. 495 - 429 BC) who masterminded the Peloponnesian War and promoted the golden age of Athens in which giants such as Aeschylus, Socrates and Phidias flourished. This extraordinary historic site drew on the artistry of outstanding architects Callicrates, Mnesikles, and Iktinos, sculptor Phidias (creator of the statue of Zeus at Olympia, one of The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World), numerous artisans, metal workers, craftspeople, painters, woodcarvers, and thousands of labourers. 134 pgs… Read More