The Gold of Troy Robert Payne 1959 Schliemann Ancient Greece BOMC Flyer Included

Description: The Gold of Troy: The Story of Heinrich Schliemann and the Buried Cities of Ancient Greece by Robert Payne - Summary The Gold of Troy by Robert Payne, published in 1959 by Funk and Wagnalls, chronicles the life and extraordinary archaeological discoveries of Heinrich Schliemann, the man credited with unearthing the ancient city of Troy and other buried cities of Greece. Schliemann's determination and adventurous spirit led him to uncover the treasures of Troy, famously linked to Homer’s Iliad. Payne’s biography captures the essence of Schliemann’s pioneering spirit, his controversial methods, and his lasting contributions to archaeology. This hardcover edition is a Book of the Month Club selection. The dust jacket shows some tattering around the edges, while the spine features a gilt stamp and title, and the boards remain clean. The content is complete and clean, with some toning to the deckled edges of the text block. Included with this copy is the original Book of the Month Club flyer that introduces the reader to the book. Overall, it’s a very good copy, downgraded to good due to wear on the dust jacket. Key Features:Title: The Gold of Troy: The Story of Heinrich Schliemann and the Buried Cities of Ancient GreeceAuthor: Robert PaynePublisher: Funk and Wagnalls, 1959Condition: Dust jacket shows edge wear, clean boards, some toning to deckled edges of the text blockProvenance: Book of the Month Club selection, includes the original flyer Collection Suitability: This book is perfect for those interested in archaeology, ancient history, and the fascinating story of Heinrich Schliemann. It would make a valuable addition to collections focused on ancient Greece, archaeology, or biographical works on historical figures.

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