When The Earth, the Temple, and the Gods first appeared in 1962, it was hailed by the critics for it erudition, historical imagination and boldness. Subsequently, this comprehensive study of Greek temples and site-planning has been widely accepted as a landmark of architectural history, for it offers an inspired and arresting insight into nature and function of Greek sacred architecture. Vincent Scully, one of America's most brilliant and articulate...

"Ephesus, and the Temple of Diana" is a captivating exploration of one of the ancient world's most magnificent cities and its renowned temple. Written by Edward Falkener, this detailed historical and archaeological study delves into the grandeur and significance of Ephesus, a prominent city of antiquity located in what is now modern-day Turkey. The book provides an in-depth examination of the Temple of Diana (Artemis), one of the Seven Wonders of...