Title: In Pursuit of Ancient Pasts
First published: October 26, 2006
Description: The stories behind the acquisition of ancient artifacts are often as important as those that tell of their creation. This book provides a comprehensive account of the history and development of classical archaeology, explaining how and why artefacts have moved from foreign soil to collections around the world.
Subjects: Archaeology, History, Classical antiquities, Archaeology and history, Antiquities, Classical antiquities thefts, Collection and preservation