Ionia And The East

Ionia and the East: Six Lectures is a book written by David George Hogarth and first published in 1909. The book contains six lectures that Hogarth delivered at the University of London in 1908. The lectures focus on the history and culture of Ionia, an ancient Greek region on the western coast of Asia Minor, and its relationship with the East, particularly Persia.In the first lecture, Hogarth provides an overview of the geography and history of Ionia, including its early settlements, its role in the Persian Wars, and its cultural achievements. The second lecture focuses on the Ionian cities and their political systems, while the third lecture examines the Ionian religion and its influence on Greek culture.The fourth lecture explores the relationship between Ionia and Persia, including the Persian invasions of Greece and the Ionian Revolt. The fifth lecture looks at the impact of Persian culture on Ionia, particularly in the areas of art, architecture, and literature. Finally, the sixth lecture discusses the legacy of Ionia and its influence on Western civilization.Throughout the book, Hogarth draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient Greek and Persian texts, archaeological evidence, and contemporary scholarship. He provides detailed descriptions of the Ionian cities, their monuments and artifacts, and their cultural and political achievements.Overall, Ionia and the East: Six Lectures is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of the most important regions of the ancient world and its relationship with the East. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history and culture, as well as the history of the Middle East.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.