Finding the Walls of Troy: Frank Calvert and Heinrich Schliemann at Hisarlik
For a century the name most commonly linked with the discovery of ancient Troy at Hisarlik in Turkey has been that of Heinrich Schliemann (1822-90). During the past decade, revisionists have questioned the validity of Schliemann's claim to the discovery. Allen (classics, Brown Univ.) has produced a scholarly biography of the man who may be more worthy of the credit?Englishman Frank Calvert (1828-1908). Contemporary letters and writings demonstrate that Schliemann only took an interest in the search for Troy after meeting Calvert. Calvert had already proposed the mound at Hisarlik as the most likely site, but, owing to reversals in family fortunes, was unable to undertake major excavations. He saw in Schliemann a means to an end and shared his theories with him. Schliemann promoted Calvert's ideas as his own and reaped the resulting fame. The text is extensively endnoted and includes a comprehensive bibliography. Recommended for large public and most academic libraries, particularly those with archaeological collections. (Index and illustrations not seen.)?Edward K. Werner, St. Lucie Cty. Lib. Sys., Ft. Pierce, FLCopyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.