Bücher der Reihe Cities of the Ancient World

Illustrated with photographs and original plans, this work traces the story of Damascus through its physical development, from its obscure origins in the Bronze Age through the changing cavalcade of Aramaean, Persian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Turkish and French rulers right up to the end of Ottoman control in 1918.

This survey of the origins and development of Miletos from prehistory to its medieval decline focuses on the archaic era, when Miletos enjoyed its greatest influence and prosperity. Archaeological evidence is presented throughout, and useful case-studies explore a wide range of issues.