Title
Mystras The Medieval City And Castle
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
Chatzidakis Scrutinizes The First Evidence For Mystras, Before The Frankish Conquest Of 1249; The City'S Acme, Under The Franks (From 1249 To 1262), And Subsequently, In The Days Of The Kantakouzenoi And The Palaiologoi; And Again When, As Capital Of The Despotate Of The Morea (From 1348 To 1460), Mystras Became The Centre And Very Soul Of The Peloponnese, A City In Constant Communication, Politically And Culturally, With The Capital Of The Byzantine Empire, Constantinople Itself. And Indeed The Rich Decoration Of Mystras' Churches The Metropolis, The Aphendiko, The Peribleptos, Or The Pantanassa, For Instance Is A Brilliant Example Of Constantinople'S Art At Its Greatest. Chatzidakis Also Has A Chapter About Each Of The Monuments And Its Architecture, Painting, And Sculptured Decoration, With Notes On The Minor Chapels. The Castle, The Walls, The Palaces, And The Houses The Indispensable Framework For A Better Understanding Of The Art Of Byzantine Mystras Are Examined In The Last Part Of The Book.This New Edition Retains The Author'S Original Text In Its Original Form, Comprising A Detailed Study Of The Monuments And The City Over The Centuries. All That Is New Is The Additions And Adjustments Made Necessary By Recent Findings, The Result Of Conservation And Restoration Work On The Archaeological Site By The Fifth Ephorate Of Byzantine Antiquities (Sparta). Essential Additions Have Also Been Made To The Chapter On The Museum: These Are Due To The Recent New Exhibition On Display Since 2001, And In Particular To The Conservation And Study Of The Dress Of The Byzantine Princess. This Edition Also Has The Benefit Of New Photographs Of The Site And The Monuments.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mystras - The Medieval City and Castle'? A: The book examines the history of Mystras, detailing its significance during various periods, including the Frankish Conquest, the Byzantine Empire, and its role as the capital of the Despotate of the Morea.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Mystras - The Medieval City and Castle' is Manolis Chatzidakis.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mystras - The Medieval City and Castle' contain? A: The book contains 128 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in Byzantine art? A: Yes, the book includes detailed discussions on the architecture, paintings, and sculptural decorations of Mystras, making it suitable for those interested in Byzantine art.
- Q: When was this edition of the book published? A: This edition of 'Mystras - The Medieval City and Castle' was published on December 1, 2005.
- Q: Are there any new features in this edition compared to previous versions? A: Yes, this edition includes updates based on recent archaeological findings, conservation work, and new photographs of the site and monuments.
- Q: Does the book include a chapter on the museum related to Mystras? A: Yes, there is a dedicated chapter on the museum, featuring recent exhibitions and findings related to Byzantine history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is new.
- Q: Can this book be useful for academic studies? A: Yes, the detailed study of Mystras and its historical significance makes it a valuable resource for academic research in history and art.